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Evening star., 1900-10-16
Revolt In South China.

A new element of possible danger in the
Chinese situation appears in the revolt
now gathering headway in the southern
provinces. According to some dispatches
this movement Is pro-foreign as well as
anti-dynastic. and some Of the correspond
ents are suggesting that one of the surest
means of bringing the imperial government
to terms will be for the powers to foster
this revolutionary enterprise 1t may we'll
be believed that nothing of the kind will
be done. The imperial government appears
to be pretty well cowed today. requiring
no excessive pressure to persuade 1t that
it's course of safety lies in the line of
compliance with the international demands
The southern rebellion, on the other hand
might easily swell, with any degree Of
foreign aid. into formidable reaction
which. whatever its initial inspiration, could
readily be turned by few leaders into an
anti-foreign demonstration. The Chinese
hatred Of the Manchu dynasty is In general
terms subordinate to the Chinese hatred Of
foreigners. The dynasty represents cruel
oppression by an alien. The foreigner Of
fends many native superstitions and
arouses the racial prejudice even more
strongly than does the governing Manchu.
At the same time there is some measure
of reinsurance in the fact that kang Yu
Wei, the reformer who fed after the pal
ace revolution of 1893, is directing one
branch Of the revolutionists in the south
ern provinces. II this faction could sue
ceed the problem might be hastened toward
solution for Kang Yu Wei is an enlfght-
ened advanced man, with liberal views or
foreigners and their ways. 1t was he who
urged Emperor Kwang Su to order the
Cinnamon to cut off their pigtails, badges
of their subservience to an alien: who sought
to introduce reforms into the palace admin
istration who advocated the education or
the Chinese in western ways and by many
other doctrines aroused the intense enmity
of the conservative Manchus. He fled just
in time to escape decapitation and price
was Immediately set upon his head. HAD
he continued TO influence the emperor 1t Is
not to be doubted that China would today
be tranquil and progressive, the Manchu
dynasty In fair way to win the confidence
of the people and with the powers at en-
tire peace with the government.
But Kang Yu Wei is not the only revolu-
tionary figure in the field. There are Chi
namen who have revolted against the pro-
vincial oppressors. others who have turned
against the general corruption of the Off
cial class without regard for place or class.
Inen tnere are restless SplrllS. always reauy
for a movement against the powers that be.
eager to take advantage of the unsettled
conditions. 1t IS a dangerous time for
China and for all persons having business
with her. The situation calls for a harmo
NOUS movement by the powers toward
settlement with the imperial government.
looking to the strengthening Of China's ad
ministration and the encouragement OF the
progressive elements.
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Bicycle Freaks.

Another ''plucky' woman has made q
long distance bicycle record. frail young
milliner has ridden 2.OoO consecutive miles
in the vicinity of New York in the remark
able time of 222 hours, 5ls minutes, beating
the best mans record for the same distance
by three hours and one minute So that a
new pace has been Set for the foolish crea-
lures who are striving to establish them
selves as unusual specimens OF human en-
durance. Doubtless in a short while news
will come that some other woman or even
perhaps the same one. will try to ride 800
miles In record time. 1t does not seem to
suffice for these people to try to lower the
records already made for certain distance
They must grasp at more fame than that
acquired by the mere reduction Of the rid
ing period. The latest woman Champion
before Miss Cast did 1,5OO miles She may
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A Polite ReQuest.

On, Mistuh Politician. would you kindly
step dis way,
rs got lot O. work ia like to have you do
today:
You promises so handy. dat I wish you
would agree
To come an fix lot O. matters dat's a
botherin' me.
wish you'd make a law g'inst lockin'
chickin' coops SO tight
An g'inst suspicionin cullud folks dat's
travelin late at night,
An g'inst dis interferin' wifi a crap game
on de street,
An pass law a lowerin' de price O. pos
sum meet.
You wants to fix de revenue Dis method
Is q sin.
You kin leave de tax on whisky If you'll
take 1t Off O. gin.
An desc white folks playin' rag time-you
mus stop deir gettin' gay
Oh, Mistuh Politician. will you kinly steu
dis way?
Evening star., 1900-10-16
The Hall of Fame,

The first selections for the Hall of Fame
of New York University have just been
nade, and The list. upon the whole is likely
10 meet with general approval. They rep
resent the judgment of men of distinction
and attainlnents. and they cover military
and naval well civil fields Of thought
and action They include some names
-ruly great in reckoning even with world
vide fame. The first suggestion in several
of the cases is that OF the vast difference
between contemporary reckoning. when the
blood Is hot and the view is clouded by the
.moke of conflict and the reckoning of
,osterity. when the blood Is cool and the
Ir is clear. For instances:
Washington and Lincoln head the poll of
statesmen, the father of his country lead
ng the great emancipator by one vote
Each in the days of his activity was the
object of the several assaults The oppo-
lents Of Washington held him up as
.old-blooded aristocrat, without either
knowledge or love of real democracy In
heir eyes he was nothing but a poseur and
something OF q hypocrite. The opponents
Of Lincoln represented him alternately as
clownish joker and bloody tyrant His
marvellous eloquence went for nothing with
them. and the boundless sympathy of his
recognize. Today these men are lne Idols
Of the nation.
Grant received the highest vote in the
poll for soldiers. When he was in the sad
die leading the Union arme. the popular
denunciation characterized him as a mere
butcher. His enemies-some of whom were
on his own side-denied him all the higher
qualities Of generalship. They would not
allow him either strategy OF frst-class ex-
ecution OF the suggestions of others To-
day he stands acclaimed as Americas
great cartain This estimate by an ex-
confederate win always stand: He was q
great soldier and a good man. A great SOL
der. because he would always fight and
was always ready for fight A good
man. because In his hour of supreme trI-
umph he was generous toward the van
Quished"
Emerson stood highest on the list OF men
OF letters. But 1t was almost the fashion
At ONE time to deride him as a dreamer lost
In clouds. The leader of the New England
bar sneered at him in these words: He
brings no message to me; but my daugh-
ters not only digest but relish him." The
note Of Emerson Is regarded today as the
clearest and highest yet sounded in the
realm Of American thought. The name of
that New England lawyer survives only in
his sneer.
The lessonr As trite as you please and
old as the hills. Anybody can with ease
draw 1t for himself And II Is prob
ably well to glance at the record at the
present time. when. in the thick of a great
contest. the railing at those in authority
takes on the bumptious pretension of being
the final word on the subject
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ssThe Splendid Sayare.

In an article In the current number of
the Arena Joseph Dana Miller speaks of
Theodore Roosevelt a splendid savage"
and says:
"Gloriication OF the military spirit has
become common enough of late owing to
nearly half century of immunity from its
horrors. The strenuous life has received
more than its need of praise from the
splendid savage who two years ago became
governor of the great state of New York
In spite of certain admirable qualities. the
Rough Rider governor Is conspicuousiy
lacking in those higher qualities which
single out the man from among men I'm
petuous a Seyd of the desert he seems
To many the highest ideal of manly hero
ism Corrupting to the Individual
and therefore corrupting to the nation is
the spirit OF m1lltarism at all times and
everywhere. 1t gives US strange notions of
heroisIn and blinds US to the true nobility
of civic valor: that valor which dares to
face al for principle. and which has given
US our Lovejoys and Garrisons. heroes of
q kind who are alone worthy of the world Q
eulogy."
This glorif1cation Of the Lovejoys and the
Garrisons at the expense of the Roosevelts
is positively comic. Surely Mr.. Miller for
gets who the Lovejoys and the Garrisons
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were. and What their work was. Who paved
the way fer the bloodiest and most pro-
tracted war Of modern times? Who helped
to make that war an absolute necessity?
The Lovejoys and the Garrisons. And they
justified themselves on the score that they
were laboring-as they were-fn behalf OF
human freedom They took the ground that
African slavery was not only a curse to
America. but violation of the laws of
God, and they dedicated their lives to the
cause of its uprooting. They were brave
and good men. and success finally crowned
their efforts and the efforts of those who
labored with them.
But not until the land had been drenched
in blood. Now, what would have been the
result II there had been nobody OF the spirit
to take up the challenge when South Caro-
lima threw down the gage? What would
have been the result If the north had not
been full of splendid savages who were
ready to meet the splendid savages ranging
themselves on the side Of the south? Would
the cause of freedom have triumphed II
Grant and Sherman and Sheridan-those
splendid savages. with hearts of oak and
brains on fire-had not supplemented with
their swords the labors OF the Lovejoys and
the Garrsons with their tongues and pens?
Can those men be separated? That is to
say, can the agitators in that great drama
be praised at the expense of the soldiers?
Was ever savage more splendid than he
who fought the fight for the Union?
Praise of peace is always beautiful.
Everybody may subscribe to it. But when
it is coupled with disparagement Of those
who in the times Of storm and stress be-
come by their rough work Of force the
mainstays Of society it Is ridiculous. The
soldier is as necessary the agftator. The
former indeed often has his work cut out
for him by the latter. and both will be
found doing business in this vale Of tears
for a good many centuries to come.
Evening star., 1900-10-16
Mr.. Bryan ns CrOker's Guest.

Mr. BRYAN Is in New York today the
guest of Richard Croker. He is to dine
with the Tammany boss, ride through
crowded streets in mis- company. and speak
at meetings organized by him. He will be
during every moment of his stay in town
within hearing of the purr of the tiger
Tammany influences will surround him
completely. and for the occasion he will be
Tammany's man.
No other candidate for President OF the
United States ever descended to this level
and it must CRATE upon the feelings of Mr.
Bryan to be forced to do so. But forced he
is. Tamrnany is his sole reliance in New
York. Foul as the organization is; the
protector of vice in all forms and the as
SCISSOR for personal and political ends of the
drab. the pimp and the brace-game robber.
it is. yet the only means by which Mr..
Bryan may hope to carry the state. Other
refuge has he none. Clean he himself
is. and of honorable pride, he is yet reduced
to the necessity of associating in this way
with the scum of the country.
Mr. Cleveland accepted Tammany's help,
and after the victory of 1892 sat at table
with Mr.. Croker and applauded praise of
Tammanys activity. But he was not the
guest of Mr.. Croker The dinner was under
the auspices of democrats of the highest
standing In the state. And, later, Mr..
Cleveland. in difference to public sentiment
held Tamnany at arms length. 1t was
not an act admirable in itself. for even
Tammany Is worthy of it's hire. But Mr..
Cleveland read the signs Alright, and real
ICED that The appearance of Tammany at
the White House would be an affront to
decency. 80. Tammany. contendng itself
with the local pickings, stayed at home.
But If Mr.. Bryan is elected he will owe
so much to Tammany that the White House
will be converted into one of the tigers
lairs. Mr. Croker will file his claim for
services and have his claim allowed. He
will stand on rather an intimate footing
with Mr.. Bryan. who is a man of warmth
and gratitude. and with none of Mr.. Cleve-
lands faculty for sending cold shivers UP
and down the backs OF people. Mr. Croker
therefore will be on hand. and with reasons
to expect a cordial reception And two OBJ
jects will mark his maneuvers. He will
want sufficient reward for the present and
then such strengthening of his lines for the
mayoralty contest will enable him to
again capture that prize.
Do the people Of New York relish the idea
Of having Tammany represented in the cab
met and of a national administration as
ssting In continuing the Croker rule Of cor
ruption and decentralization in the metropo-
lis?
Evening star., 1900-10-16
Mr.. Cleveland's Views.
From the Chicago Journal.
Drau3danf d.

FrOm the Chicago Journal.
Ex-President Cleveland does not need tc
say more than he has, in the reiteration OF
his utterance Of five years ago. The issue
and the man were the same then az now.
1t Is good to hear again the clear, vigorous
words of a man who, whatever his short
comings. was never accused of mincing
words or talking in platitudes He went
right to the heart of the matter when he
said 1t was the workman who would be the
first to suffer in case Of financial disaster
1t Is he who will ''see the money he haz
received from his toll shrink and shrivel In
his hand when he tenders 1t for the neces-
saries Of the humble home" The danger
Is just as imminent today as it was when
this letter was written to Chicago business
men. and the ex-President's words are op-
portunely recalled
Evening star., 1900-10-16
A Special i'm
Handkerchief.

A special purchase of 50 dozen
Women's AlElinen Hemstitched
Handkerchiefs, representing an un-
usual value, will be on sale tomorrow.
They are very sheer and fine, have the
popular narrow hem and are artisti-
cally embroidered all around in
graceful vines in many new effects.
We offer them at the special price
l5c. Each.
Firsf
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Yet They'll Vote for bryan.
From the Charleston News ami Courier.

Southern manufacturing enterprise is rap
idly invading new fields. A canton flannel
factory in North Carolina was reported
last week. Big knitting mills are going up
in a half dozen states. Atlanta has estab-
lished a factory to make $1,000 Smyrna
rugs q month. A new mill In North Caro-
lima will employ one hundred operatives to
make "fine damask." It appears that we
are not to stick to plain and cheap cotton
go,f}s" after all.
Evening star., 1900-10-16
A Severe Lesson.

Il suppose that when you are facing the
audience across the footlights you forget
everything except your art"
WELL" answered Mr. Stormington
Barnes, II used to talk that way about it.
But l once had treasurer who tried to
take advantage of my forgetfulness so
endeavor to express my artistic enthusiasm.
as 1t were, a little more conservatively."
Evening star., 1900-10-16

Now that the time for receiving subscrip-
tions is about over, 1T is not to be expected
that another word will be heard from Mr..
Hanna on the subject of republican apathy
Evening star., 1900-10-16
SHOOTING STARS.
No Search Needed.

Il suppose you know the type of man
who Is always looking for trouble?" re-
marked the philosopher.
NO" answered Colonel Stillwell, you
see, I'm from Kentucky. Down where
live nobody has to look for trouble"
Evening star., 1900-10-16

Mr.. Pingree is perfectly willing to retire
from politics. On looking over his books
he finds that he has had all the diversion
and excitement out OF 1t that is coming to
one man.
Evening star., 1900-10-16

In looking over the program of fip-fiops
to the popocratic party Grover Cleveland
becomes conspicuous as a headliner who
failed to appear.
Evening star., 1900-10-16
Prospective Ease,

Ere long twill be Thanksgiving. In a
happy frame of mind
We may at least be grateful for the trou-
bles left behind.
No matter who's elected, life will seem q
merry joke
When the ballots have been counted and
the speeches all are spoke.
Evening star., 1900-10-16

1t is hoped that President Mitchell will
not find it more difficult to secure conces-
sions from the strikers than it has been to
get them from the operators
Evening star., 1900-10-16

New York judge has decided that the
son of William Waldorf Astor Is an Ameri-
can. 1t would be sad IL this should lead to
his being snubbed by his father.
Evening star., 1900-10-16

Mr.. Bryans charges that the republicans
are using corruption fund is likely to be
cynically regarded as in the nature of an
effort to get a good grip on the parachute.
Evening star., 1900-10-16

The men who make portraits for cam
paign banners appear to have strong dis
like for politicians of all parties whatso-
ever
Evening star., 1900-10-16
We Are Agents for
The ssStandard" Patterns,

Strictly up-to-date. perfect fitting
and SO simple that the least expert
enced can understand them. The
November number of Standard
Fashions" is ready and is free for
the asking.
Pattern Department-Ffnt noce.
Evening star., 1900-10-16
The Woodward & Lothr0p'
Sewing rIachirnes

Are second to none made. Con-
structed of the best material by the
highest skilled labor, up to date in
every point-the best machine that
capital, skill and experience can pro-
duce.
Woodwork is entirely of oak,
beautifully finished. All machines
have complete set of attachments,
including fine hemmers, ruf1er,
quilter, tucker, braider, lace hem
mer, and are guaranteed for FIVE
years.
$500 to $4,000.
Evening star., 1900-10-16

Mr.. Hanna is now confident that this
country will not become notable as a re-
public that could not stand prosperity.
Evening star., 1900-10-16

The statistician is now ready to prove
anything about the coming election that
his political affiliations suggest as desir-
able
Evening star., 1900-10-16
Still More to Come,
From the Cleveland Plain Dealer.

Queens of the navy" succeed one an
other with bewildering rapidity. This time
it's the battle ship Wisconsin that has
broken all previous records on her trial
trip off the California coast. And others
are coming on apace
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Have Patience With Him.

From the New York World.
The irrepressible man who insists on talk
ing "a straw vote in street cars and on
ferry boats Is upon US again But his time
Is short.
Evening star., 1900-10-16

Prince Tuan has not even Aguinaldo's
soiace. He is not basing any forlorn hopes
on the November election.
Evening star., 1900-10-16
Trimmed
Millinery.

The display ON second floor is the
result of weeks of gathering and
study. Exclusive models in Paris
and London Hats and Bonnets per-
sonally selected at the French and
English capitals by the head OF Mil
linery Department.
Some of the most charming Trim
med Hats displayed this autumn are
from Our work rooms, and show un-
usual grace and beauty.
Attention is called to collection of
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Getting Out Of the Way.

The Hon. Carl Schurx did we'll to resign
the presidency of the civil service organi-
zation. What one Croker will do to 1t in
of Mr.. Bryan's election will be a
plenty
Evening star., 1900-10-16

A mind reader could probably get very
picturesque and startling interview with
Thomas r Reed
Evening star., 1900-10-16
Now for Anotller Reform.

FrOm The chicago NeWH.
Amherst students have voted 296 against
33 to abolish cane-rushes. Now let some
school tackle the college yeIl and establish
another precedent.
Evening star., 1900-10-16

Its danj u.s. said Uncle Eben. Ito git
into de way o complainin'. A man kin
allus stop workin' to kick: but it comes
hahd to stop kickin' to work"
Evening star., 1900-10-16
Four to One ON Mckinley.

The betting Odds to 1 that Mckinley
win be elected. One bet at these odds was
made yesterday. but there is not much
money to back Bryan.
Evening star., 1900-10-16
Might BE of Any Faith.

What Is his political fafth?'
II don't know yet He hasn't mentioned
the names of any candidates or parties
He has merely said that unless his side
wins the country will go to destruction"
Evening star., 1900-10-16

Imitation Mahogany Piano Stools, with brass feet
highly polished.
$I.65 each.
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Solid Oak Book Cases. with adjustable shelves
brass rod for curtains.
$3.50 each.
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$3.50 each.

Solid Oak Chiffoniers with large drawers nicely
fnished.
IL
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$3.50 each.

Large ROomy Rockers. In either solid oak or imi.
tation mahogany, with high back, shaped arms cob
bier seat.
O. ooc1,
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cJIn order to avoid delays. on nc-
count Of personai absence. letters to
THE STAR should not he addressed
to nny individual connected with tho
office. but simply to THE STAR. or to
the Editorial or Dusiness Depart
menta. according to tenor or purpose.
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Trimmed Hats
At S.. 90 and So. 90.

There are Toques. Large Hats and Bonnets. in
the newest shapes and most beautiful effects.
stylshly and generously trimmed with rich panne
velvet. gold ribbon. wings. breasts and quilts, in
fancy and natural c0furs The choicest collection
and the best intrinsic values obtainable for the
Evening star., 1900-10-16
Odd Bits of
Furniture.

We are daily receiving new and
attractive shapes and designs in rare
and odd bits of furniture for parlor,
dining room, bed room, hall and all
parts of the home Many one-of-a-
kind pieces are shown in the most
popular woods, and they are particu-
larly adaptable for October Wed
ding Gifts.
Especially good values are seen in
the following:
Solid Oak Morris Chains, with genuine hair cush-
IONS covered with figured oriental cloth, adjust
ments. brass rod. casters. etc.
$3.50 each.
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Ladies' Solid Oak Writing Desks well finished
with large drawer French swell legs inside nicely
arranged.
$500 each.
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Solid Oak Morris Chairs, with best quality velour
cushions. filed with hair; spring seat brass rod
adjustments.
5000 each.
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$500 and $500 Each.

We also offer Velvet Hats. in black and colors and
in all the desirable shapes.
Also the latest styles in English and American
Walking Hats and the newest effects for driving,
cycling, golf. tennis and all outdoor purposes.
Millinery Parlors-Second floor.
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Fourth floor.
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New
Books.
New Books are received by us on
day of publication. Mr.. Barrie's new
novel,
"Tommy and Grizel,"
has just been issued and is now on
sale here. 1t has been accepted
everywhere as most important
book-a character study of remark
able originality, presented with
power, hunor and pathos.
Price, $I.I5.
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First floor,