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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
The King of Trotters.

The Abbott, the fastest trotting horse in
the world, who has record Of 2.03A. was
sold under the hammer yesterday for
SIG, 500. a great price when all Is considered,
and yet by no means as large as the sums
which have in the past been paid for single
specimens of fleet horsef1esh. The price In
The Abbott's case Is regarded as exception
hood that this wonderful horse will earn
much, if anything, for his owner. There is
little chance for him on the track in compe-
tition with other trotters, for The Abbott's
world record bars him from ordinary races.
1t is difficult to find competitor for him in
trial heat, the horse Cresceus being now
the only likely candidate for trotting record
honOrs. Consequently, The Abbott must
remain for the most part a costly invest
ment; and it speaks we'll for the purchaser
that he was willing to part with so large a
sum for the honor of owning the fastest
trotter. 1t is the general hope that The
Abbott may make the two-minute mark.
He is in his prime, and judges believe that
he is capable of even better work than he
has already done. Two-mnute trotting,
however, is relatively very far away from
The Abbott's record performance, for the
competition has now come to such a fine
point that The Abbott may lose his title
as the king Of trotters and perhaps regain
1t more than once before this long-sought
goal of horse breeders has been reached.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
Why the south is Truly Thankful,

From the Atlanta Journal.
The south has received more money, by
many millions, for its cotton crops this year
than it ever received for any cotton crop
before
1t has received $150,OO0,0 900 more for it's
cotton crop this year than last.
1t has raised more corn and wheat than
in many years before and consequently will
have to buy less.
1t has raised more hogs and cattle than
in any previous year of it's history, and will
be a smaller purchaser of those meats from
the west than ever before
There more cotton mills and small
factories in operation in the south than
ever before.
More southern men-more farmers-are
drawing dividends from profitable invest
ments than ever before.
The farms of the south are in better
state of Improvement and our southern
cities and towns are more prosperous and
thrifty than they have ever been.
Our railroads are busy, our stores are
thriving, our farmers are hopeful.
And there is livelier sense Of the south S
advantages among our people than has
ever existed before.
Our farmers are more nearly out of debt
than they have been in a long time-cer-
tanly IN fifteen years Mortgages are few
er and there are more organs and pianos
and better furniture in the houses than in
many years.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01

them last month. His ballot was secret, but
there is no risk in saying that it was not
cast for Mr.. Bryan or for anybody running
for Office on Mr.. Bryan's platform. There
would be justification whatever. there
fore, for making Mr.. Cleveland the candi-
date of such men for anything 1t would
certainly be no compliment, as doubtless he
feels.
And there seems as little reason for the
mention of his name in connection with
that college presidency. General Lee, who
at one time held the place, was by pro-
fessiOn a soldier, but a soldier had had
experience as a teacher He had been an
instructor at West Point, where he grail
uated, and was all his life much of stu
dent. He fitted into the place both by
qualification and by taste admirably, and
served the institution most successfully. Mr..
Wilson was called to the place from the
political field, but he had been a teacher
before he became politician. Indeed. dis
tnguished as he had made his name In
politics, many of his admirers thought that
his talents were better suited to the sphere
OF letters and instruction. He seemed to
share this view himself, and entered upon
his duties in Virginia with great enthu-
siasm. H was at home in the discharge OF
them from the first day.
Mr. Cleveland, on the other hand, is
neither a college-bred man nor a teacher OF
any experience He is proposed for the
place only because of his eminence in po-
litical affairs, and the executive faculty of
which he has demonstrated the possession
in political office The duties would he
wholly new to him, and they are so very
important that they are not to be mastered
oiv,in md
Gifts. as do the duties of other responsible
places Mr. Cleveland Is most comfortable
where he is and as he is He has political
fame, fortune of generous proportions,
happy household and good health Why
not let him solve in his own way the quee-
ton of how to be useful though an eX-
President.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
Slippers and
HOUSE Shoes.

Xmas presents that are useful and
at the same time attractive and beau
tiful as "kllick-knacks"
We show all styles for men, for
women, for children. Big, wide, easy
Slippers for tired feet; natty Slippers
for the semi-negligee; dainty COM
binations of satin and fur for the
boudoir; Felt Slippers; Party Slip
pers; Dancing Slippers-all kinds
and for all purposes. :.
We were never so well equipped
in these particular lines of goods as
we are this season, as we are now.
Elegant and exclusive designs OF
Evening Slippers in all the correct
kinds of feathers and various styles
of Notwithstanding of bows to
match the costume.
We also have the very comfort
able House Slippers, with and with
out the strap-opera and common
sense toes.
For misses and children we have
the One-strap Slippers, in black,
pink, blue, red and patent leather
kid; also the prettiest and daintiest OF
little Bed Room Slippers.
For the men we have a large as
sortment of House Slippers, in tan.
red, chocolate, vici kid and patent
leather kidskins, in Romeo, opera
and broad toe styles. They are flexi-
bic and nicely lined. Great care has
been taken to make these the best
lines of Mems Slippers possible to
obtain at the several prices.
Also a full line of Boys, Chill
dren's and Little Tots Slippers-the
same kinds and styles that papa
wears.
For the baby we have the largest
assortment of Soft Sole Shoes and
Moscasins ever shown, in all the
plain and combinations of baby col
ors. These goods are made by the
best manufacturer Of Infants Soft
Sole Shoes in the world, and every
care is taken to have them suitable
in every way tor babys tender feet.
Also Leather Sole Shoes for the
child that is just beginning to walk
various colored tops and patent
leather vamps; hand made; very fiex-
ible soles.
For women, misses and children
we have something entirely new in
Embroidered Felt Slippers.
Also the Juliet style with elder
down trimmings, for the baby.
Also Embroidered Turkish Slip
pers, Kid Bed Room Slippers and
Red, Tan and Black No-heel Slip
pers for women.
A full line of Turkish Toweling
Toilet Slippers in several neat and
desirable designs.
If we have not what you want in
the line of Slippers we are able to
execute any order on very short no
tice and at very little extra cost.
Third floor,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
Tho Peril In China.

Elsewhere in The Star today appears an
article by Guy morrison Walker, an au-
thority upon Chinese affairs, whose vie"
of the situation in the far east Is by no
means a hopeful one. He points out that
the powers are pressing China too hard LOT
safety and that the celestial empire Is
likely to turn upon Its aggressors at any
time and declare war which, Mr.. walker
fears, would prove too much Tor the west
ern prowess. 1t may be questioned "hetner
he has not overrated the fighting capacity
and the value of the armament OF the chi
nese, and whether his gloomy prediction or
a hopeless struggle by civilization against
the Chinese in war is not unWarranted.
At the same time. his warnings are worthy
of serious consideration, for he proceeds 10
show how utterly the Chinese court is at
present under the domination of the very
personages whose punishment is demanded
by the allies as one of the paramount con-
ditions of peace.
Tuan. Tung and Yu Hsien are clearly the
dominant forces in China today outside or
Pekin and the area Immediately held by the
European powers. They are violently re-
dictionary and are apparently determined to
engage in no honest compromise for peace
A dispatch from Shanghai repeats a re-
port which has been received from mis-
sionary in the province of Kan Su that
Tuan has engaged in open rebellion against
the emperor in conjunction with Gen.
Tung. This report is to be considered In
connection with Mr.. Walkers estimate of
the situation which was, of course, pre-
pared previous - the latest developments.
The Shanghai dispatch concludes with the
curious statement that the governor of
Shan Si-who at latest accounts was Yu
to send without delay eight quick-firing
guns. Yu Hsien's well-known anti-foreign
leanings suggest that he now stands on
Tuan's side in this latest outbreak If so,
and the viceroy of WI Chang has re-
sponded to his requisition for artillery, it
may be that the revolt is of broad proper
tons IT, on the other hand. Yu Hsien is
preparing to resist Tuan, it means that he
has joined the emperor's party, which
would be factor for peace.
The present disposition among the pow
ers, despite the intense sentiment in Ger
many in favor of radical action, is appar
entity toward policy of moderation. Ac-
cording to the conditions stated by Mr..
Walker. such po.cy is most likely to lead
to pacific settlement A war with China
by the allied powers, whether accompanied
or followed by partition of the empire or
not, would be a disaster, which it is most
important to avoid. At the same time
China must be sufficiently punished and re-
formed to insure at least comparative de-
gree of safety Aor foreign lives and prop
erty in China in the future.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01

mands that this connection be supplied
without further loss of time. When the
wireless telegraphy has been demonstrated
to be successful in service from Marseilles
to Algiers. Tor instance, and then from
Queenstown to ST. Johns, it will be in order
to propose it for the San Francisco-Hono-
lulu stretch, but not until then.
The Pacific cable is one of the most i'm
portant items of the congressional program
1t should be fastened to the point of final
provision before adjournment in March, in
order that the work of laying the cable
may be undertaken in the coming summer
and completed at the earliest possible mo-
ment. The United States, having annexed
Hawaii. should no longer confess it's I'M
willingness or inability to provide this first
necessity of union, means of immediate
communication with the new possession.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
Winter Warmth.

December comes. And yet the south wind
blows
gentle strain upon the woodland reed;
And promises of new budding rose
Are waited on the zephyrs as they speed.
Now where are all your billowing drifts
of white,
Your silver tracings on the frosty pane,
Your winds that sob and murmur through
the night
While naked branches SILVER and COM
plain?
All things in season-and with mood per-
verse
We scorn the joys which once we held SO
Life truly lived Is lived through well and
worse
It's 10th to miss a mood from all the
year.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
Latest Report. About Mr.. Cleveland

Mr.. Cleveland disposes of the two stories
with which his name has recently been con-
nected- He neither expects nor desires the
complimentary vote of the democratic mem
bers of the New Jersey legislature for
United States senator nor the presidency
of Washington and Lee University in sue
cesslon TO his friend the late Mr.. Wilson
His attitude is wise toward both PROPOSE
tions.
Why the complimentary vote for senator?
The democratic members Of the New Jer-
sey legislature We're elected on the Kansas
City platform. and represent the Bryanitc
strength I'm the state II anything, they
are free silver men. Why should they now
turn to Mr.. Cleveland. even In unlmpor-
tsnt q matter as the one In question? He
holds No Views in common with those for
which they stand. He did not vote with
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
Nicaragua and the Canal.

\ treaty was signed today by the
Secretary of State and the NicaraSuan
minister whereby the government of Mica
ragua grants to this government all the
rights within its jurisdiction necessary for
the construction of the Nicaraguan canal.
This transaction is a step forward in the
progress toward the construction of
waterway between the oceans. In fact,
everything necessary for she contamination
of the project Is provided save the action
of Congress. The Senate will have before
ii as the basis of settlement this conven-
ton with Nicaragua, the Hay-Pauncefote
treaty and the Hepburn canal bill. 1t is of
the utmost Importance that the principle
of canal construction by this government
be adopted without further delay. The
work will require several years for COM
pletion. 1t is Imperative that no further
time be lost. Il we haggle over details
without reaching the point of absolute de-
cision it is plain that. the canal will never
be dug, and the commerce of the world will
suffer in consequence. Nicaragua has
shown a commendable. spirit in thus yield
ing to the United States whatever may be
necessary to permit the enterprise to pro-
gress as public work Costa Rica is also
a party to these negotiations, and it is to
be expected that difficulties will De en-
countered in dealing with her. 1t is to the
best interests of both the isthmian govern
ments Immediately concerned that the
waterway be completed in short order. No
other power will be allowed to cut it but
the United States. No private enterprise
Is likely TO compete now with the deter
mination of the people OF this country to do
the work as a governmental project. nus
there is every reason why both Nicaragua
and Costa Rica should join in the heartiest
cooperation win the United States to
make the canal fact
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
Brass and
Enan1eled Beds

Are growing in favor every day.
They are neat, clean. hygienic and
in every way preferable to the wood
en- bedsteads which they have al
most entirely supplanted.
Our Metal Beds are from the chief
American makers and embody all
the new good features. They are
plain or elaborate-as you wish
with straight, bow or swell front.
Prices guaranteed the lowest for
same qualities.
Third noor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
Xmas
Aprons.

We have Aprons of every proper
material. plain and with all the cor
rect frills and furbeloWs. An immense
variety, for women, girls, children
misses. maids and mattresses. Aprons
make the daintiest of Christmas
presents.
Maids Aprons. fancy borders. Each. .... III
Maids Aprons, deep hem. cluster Of tucks. TSc
Maids Aprons. deep hem. Each. y
Maids Aprons, deep band of insertion. 2ec-
Each
Maids Aprons. hemstitched hem and occ
tucks. Each. Observation-Disclosures. y
Maids Aprons. deep cluster of tueks. orc
Each. ....... ..'........ -
Mattresses Aprons. wit. bib and lapels orc
over shoulders. Each. Observation-Disclosures. ~
Nurses Aprons double width. deep hem ,2c.
and wide tucks. Each. ................... O"~
Mattresses Aprons. deep hem, tucked bib pc
and lapels over shoulders. Each. OO>
rs Maids Aprons insertion and tueks. CSC.
Nurses Aprons. double width deep hem roc
stitched hem. wide strings. Each. W.
Mattresses Aprons deep hem. cluster Of tucks
tucked bib, plain straps over shoulders. rCc
Maids Small Mb Fanny ApSns tucked ruff
Second floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
Profoundly Impressed.

There's no use O. talkin'," said Bronco
Bob, this eastern education is splendid
Have you visited any of our public
schools?"
YES and they are fine. That scheme
of havn' all the children hold up their
hands every time the teacher speaks to 'em
is great 1t gives 'em practical trainin
fur the real battle of life. in which KNOWN
when to throw up both hands an dom 1t
in a hurry may mean so much"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
Good Horseflesh sim Valuable.

The famous stallion Axtell which has
now been sold for S14,700 fetched the rec
ord price of 100000 eleven years ago when
he was three-year-old. However, he has
earned $240.00D for his owners meanwhile.
not to mention the price which he now
brings as a fourteen-year-old. Oh, yes,
there's big money in good horseflesh.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
Locating Himself.

MANDY" said Farmer Contossel as he
dropped a valise full of sawdust on the
kitchen floor and placed a gold brick on the
shelf, II have jes' made a discovery. Tain
very important, but it's interestin'."
"You don't say.'
Yes. Ye know it's been said you kin fool
some of the public all the time
Yes"
well, I'm that part O the public
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01

Detroit is having struggle with the
confusion of sun time and standard time.
Mr. Pingree refuses to step in and regulate
the difficulty.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01

Richard Croker is very indignant because
they insist on collecting an income tax
from him in London. Isn't Richard willing
to pay for protection?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01

The arrangement of holidays may have
been made with u view to having Thanks
giving and getting 1t over with before Con-
gress assemblies.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01

"What makes you keep declaring that you
will never again be candidate for public
Officer
"Wen" answered the statesman 1--WE
got to keep saying something in order to
prevent my friends from overlooking me
as a possible candidate
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01

The loss of the cruiser Yosemite is very
tangible argument in favor of the proposed
harbor improvements at San Luis d'Apra
Guam is to be not only stepping stone
on our way across the Pacific. but naval
station with distinct strategic value.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01

Mr. Bryan names so many reasons for
his defeat that it looks as if he regarded
himself as beaten by a syndicate of causes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01

Mr. Joe Lei -er is back just in time to get
a few lessons from Mr.. Phillips of Chicago
on how to run a corner in grain.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01

1t looks as If New York was to be spared
the humiliation of having its policemen
brought in from the country
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01

Count Won Waldersee does not like his
position in China. But life cannot be all
series of farewell ceremonials.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01

1t will be a great disappointment to Dom
Paul to find that the ultimate reward for
all his labor is the entree to Paris society.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01

Tin order to avoid delays. on nc
count of personal absence. letters to
THE, STAR should not he addressed
to any Individual connected with the
Office. but simply to THE STAR. or to
the Editorial business Depart
ments according to tenor pu rpO>e.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
Cotton Dress Patterns,
Xmas E1ar1dkerChiefs

Xmas handkerchief
In such prouon and variety before and that within the
limits absolutely linen silk You wouldn't
other for gift especially when the low and often
lower, than the coton-mixed or union goods.
The Initial i'm the Corner
Is mark Of ownership which much appreciated in gift hand
kerchief
We Now Have ON Sale
Our Direct importation of Mems and Women's
Hamd=Worked Initial Handkerchief
for the Holidays.
The small initial and hem the style this
The cloth the prest of Irish linen heretofore but bit finer
The embroidered goods
better than have sold for the prices
For Women
3 Styles at Csc. Style at soc.
For Men
Style at 25c Style at 35c. Style at soc.
Neatly Boxed, Six in Box.
While line of twould be good idea make
Christmas.
Monogram and Special Fancy Letter Handker
chiefs from weeks enbrode Orders
will be executed in The quality of
cloth and design of choosing
Specimen both Handkerchief and Needewok
Departments.
Flt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
SHOOTING STARS.

Sexto Lopez says the Filipinos will con-
tinue to fight. He means run
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
Woodward & L0thr0p,
oth1 md
Gramdly Read y for the Holidays

Peah saveb nmadon brorm liberal et n is And
eand
h o O nGedw a
We Will Engrave Free of Charge,
ea lathe Gsc costing k Hnh n boxes m GOvesII dke
Crests Initials Mon0grams Embroidered to Order.
nemp1 having dm Towels Ii
o #
din
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01

riage.
WELL" answered his seatmate. who was
returning from the races, Il think 1 got
the most benefit from the books l made at
Sheepshead Bay one summer.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
The Difficulty

De man dat borrowS trouble,
He is on a dang'ous tack.
He kahn fin no one to take it
When he wants to pay 1t back.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
An indebtedness.

what books have helped you most?" in
quired the earnest man in the railway car
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
We Will Engrave, Free of Charge,
Dress Goods.

Whether in the favored plain for tailor the
fancy whether the need for fabric
the elaborate gownthe demand And
bountifuness that makes unequaed choosing
We Shall Have Ready for r1onday's Selling
A Collection Comprising Several Hundred
Holiday Dress Patterns,
Putt up i'm Gift shape ready for presentation. The
most popular fabrics, imported and domestic.
represented, and the lengths all ample, graduated
according to the various widths of the goods.
Col0red Dress Patterns,
Half WOOL all WOOL silk and consisting of Casmeres
Henretas, Homespun
coongs
$500, $3.50, $500, 80, $500, $500 and $3.50
the pattern.
Black Dress Patterns,
Half WOOL all WOOL silk and WOOL consisting Casmeres Cevio
Serges, Moha Briliantines,
5000, So 900, S4.5O and 500 the pattern.
Cotton Dress Patterns,
Consisting Of Prints Perces and Ggam and including the
signs for spring Of 1901. great of and beautiful
SOC. to so the pattern.
Fr Ts
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-12-01
His Purpose.

Well, I'm that part o the public"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-05-15
MORE MEN ARE EMPLOYED.
Force at Rock Island Arsenal Increased
200, Temporarily.

Force at Rock island Arsenal Increased
200, Temporarily.
Maj S. f. Blunt, commandant at
Rock Island arsenal, recently notified
the war department at Washington
that he had on hand funds that would
warrant him in increasing the force up
TO the close of the fiscal year, July l,
if the department was in need of any
thing in his line. In answer be re-
ceived orders to turn out articles that
permits of the employment of 200 adj
ditional people in the equipment. tin
harness and canteen departments They
will not be kept on longer than six
weeks, however, after which time.
Mai. Blunt stated, it will also be nee
essary to make material reductions in
the permanent force, temporarily at
least.