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Evening star., 1901-12-20
The Canal Bill in the House.

The House Is following the lead of the
Senate in the canal matter IN such a style
as to leave no doubt whatever that canal
legislation will be had at this session of
Congress. On the 7th of January the Hep
burn bill for the construction of the canal
along the Nicaragua route in accordance
with the recommendations of the commits
sion will be placed before the House as the
unfinished business, to be pressed at the
greatest possible speed until passed. Only
revenue and appropriation bills will have
the right of way against it, and although
no cloture proposition accompanies the or
der as yet, it is to be assumed that the
managers in charge of the bill will continue
to press it to avoid undue delay and too
great a prolongation of the debate. The
chance of a successful filibuster against the
bill in behalf of the organized opposition is
very slight in the House. In the Senate
the canal sentiment is strong enough to
cause the position of obstructionists to be-
come exceedingly uncomfortable. The ca
nal bill should be put through as early as
possible to keep 1t clear of the eomplica-
tions attending the closing days of the ses-
sion, where opportunities for compromises
are afforded by the time pressure. The en-
terprise has been kept from receiving for
NAL approval more than once through the
cleverness of the opposition, working in
conference committees and forcing delay
by threatening other great projects with
absolute defeat. This bill is a cIean-cut,
distinct proposition, now relieved of all
doubt and embarrassment through the rati-
the report of "a competent expert commits
Evening star., 1901-12-20

Prompt approval should be given by the
Commissioners to the proposed new police
regulation prohibiting the carrying of dead
~ weapons by persons under sixteen years
of age. The law at present restricts the
handling of firearms and other weapons only
by prohibiting their concealment. 1t per-
mits children to carry guns or pistols
through the streets if they may secure
possession of such dangerous toys. The re-
cent killing of little girl at Anacostia
clearly pointed to the need of a stricter law
in this regard. 1t is reasonable to confine
the privilege of the public display of arms
to adults. Even they are not always to be
trusted safely with deadly weapons. But
the percentage of danger is greatly reduced
if the law interposes to withhold the privi-
leges from minors.
Evening star., 1901-12-20
Children's Books.

No list of gifts for Children is
complete without at least one or two
books; today the young folks have
wealth of books BY renowned writ
ers who know the child and its liter
airy wants, and are in sympathy with
IT. The handsome bindings, exqui-
site illustrations, add attractiveness
to many of the volumes. We have
prepared for the wants OF the bows
and girls, and selected the best from
the output of the leading publishers.
and they are marked at uniformly
low prices.
lust hint of the variety of the as
Sortment:
THE HENTY SERIES FOR BOYS contaipin.
forty titles. Illuminated covers. olvine 20.
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The LITTLE woyrF.S.' Series. embracing mo-a
than % volumes. profusely illustrated in -
ornamental cloth binding ing.................. SO.
The htemus Series of Dainty Gift Books. an at
prints of the works Of standard authors sc.
The Life and Adventures Of Robinson Crrsoe hy
Tefoe; SUBSTANTIALLY hoand in decorated -rc
cloth. with over loo original iIlustra tons. /oC.
Father Goose: His Book. hy L, Frank BAUM
With delightful pictures by VIM. W. CT ~
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CHATTERB0X fpr 1901 edited by J. o.
Erskine Clarke NJ A..................... ooN.
CHRISTMAS UNDER THREE FLAGS by Mary
Emily ID. Wilcox. being account OF --o
Christmas festivities in three nations. ~.
BABYLAND: The Babies Own Magazine
attractiSey bound and beautifully Illus 49,
trated ........................ 4OC.
Americar Girls Handy Book ny Beard show
ing Girls How 10 Amuse Themselves and cr 80
THE JACK OF ALL TRADES by Dan C. Beard,
New Ideas for American Boys; profusely Sr e.,
illustrated by the author. .-.......-....... SA'oo
HERO TALES FROM AMERICAN HISTORY by
Hon. Henry Cabot Ledge and Hon. Theo- crrr
dore Roosevelt. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. pi'io
Rae
Evening star., 1901-12-20
Not Too Late to Do Right,

1t is stated that the President has de-
cided to ignore the home-rule principle in
the case of the District Office Of recorder
OF deeds The announced selection of Mr..
Dancy of North Carolina for nomination
after the holidays follows the political fash
ion set by Mr.. Hayes in 1878, re-established
by Mr. Cleveland in 1886, and continued
until the present time despite the protests
OK the people of the District and in the face
OF the home-rule pledges OF both political
parties.
The record as to this Office Is Instructive
at this time The first keeper of the rec
ords' was ]. Marshall CAN'T. a local man.
appointed by the United States commission
ers in charge of the District in January.
1872 He served until 1920. when William
Brent, another District man, was chosen
Then came, under this title and others, the
following residents of the federal capital as
incumbents: John A. Smith. n. c. Toele,
r. NJ Hall. Z: c. Eddie. f. p. Cuppy and
Simon. Wolf The last-named recorder was
succeeded by George A. Sheridan of Louis
lana. In May, 1873 Frederick Douglass en-
tered the Office three years later. and was
the last District man to record tfa deeds to
Evening star., 1901-12-20
The PILGRIMS and the Chinese.

sorns of those supersensitive Americans
whose hearts went out to the FlipInos as
against their own couutrynlen are no" eA-
ercfsing their synpathies in behalf or the
Chinese. Again the United States appears
In the role of a tyrant and again they
deplore the fact and raise their voices for
iustice Appropria.eIy enough, at a meet
ing of this character held in Boston last
night William Lloyd Garrison presided Mr.
Garrison is constantly in a state OF erup-
ton about something. and he Is Just as IN
teresting-and no u1ore-with the Chlhese
for a subject as with any other people
whom he conceives as having grievance.
The professional railer varies but little in
his manifestations.
In his address last night Mr.. Garrison
delivered some queer sentiments The chi
nese as he believes. have as much right TO
come to this country as had the Pilgrim
Fathers. Fancy those grim old gentlemen
themselves conceding that point. But let
us examine it in but one phase. The Pli-
grim Fathers brought their religion with
them-came. indeed, for the express purpose
OF establishing it under circumstances that
would facilitate its growth. If the Chinese
are permitted TO come in unrestricted num-
bers they too must be permitted this privl-
isge And naturally they will embrace It
Would the multiplication of joss houses in
the United States with all that that would
tmply. be pleasing to Mr.. Garrison? The
Pilgrim Fathers found empire in virgin
state peopIed by savages. We can all see
what has resulted from their domination of
It, The Chinese look longingly toward an
empire in the highest known state of de-
velopmeut Would their domination i'm
prove it in any particular?
On the question of assimilation Mr. Garri-
son replies that lit is hard to assimilate with
a man who ffourishes bludgeon over your
head" This indicates that Mr.. Garrison
would be glad to see the Americans assiIni-
late the Chinese. Does he mean quite that !!
Could a greater misfortune befail the white
race in the United States? When it is
pointed out that the Chinaman is not of us
It is not entirely complaint but also a
cnngratulation. We don't want him to be
of U.s. We want him to remain as he is,
and at a distance We would not change
him if we could, and we could not if We
would Any effort our part to change
him by assimilation would be attended with
appalling consequences to US.
But let Mr.. Garrison and his friends have
full joy of their new toy. 1t will occupy
their time for but brief season. and then
they viii! turn to something else. 1t so
happens that there Is nothing perfect in the
world, and that seekers after perfection,
resolved to be content with nothing less,
are guaranteed continual employment of
one kind or another
Evening star., 1901-12-20
Disappearing Head
Sewing Machines.

In selecting Xmas presents, some
thing that is useful as well as orna-
mental NAV be chosen with the as
surance of its giving pleasure. You
will find the two combined in our
beautiful new Sewing Machine which
we have just added to stock.
1t is made of Flemish oak, piano
finish, with disappearing head, and is
a complete and ornamental piece of
furniture. Especially desirable for
families living in rooms or fats, as it
can be used for table.
With Automatic lift
Price is $4,000.
Swell front, without Automatic
lift"
Price is S25.oo.
Other guaranteed Sewing Ma
chimes, SIo.5o to $4o.oo-and they
are of a quality unequaled at their
prices. Ball-bearing, finely finished,
in different degrees of elaboration
and completely fitted.
We invite YOU to inspect them.
Seex,ud 6Qor
Evening star., 1901-12-20
"comhlnaaionv street Cars.

1t may seriously be questioned whether
the Washington Traction Company is sus-
tanning its reputation for far-sighted and
thorough-going railway management in op-
Grating the combination cars on certain
of it's lines during the prevalent bitter
weather. These cars are entirely unsuitable
for winter use, for the cold. especially at
night, prohibits the occupation of the open
section save at serious risk of illness. Thus
during the rush hours the closed part of the
car Is packed to suffocation. This closed
part is but little larger than the old-fash-
ioned oue-horse car, and much smaller than
those which were used on the avenue line.
Evening star., 1901-12-20

the property of the people of Washington.
President Cleveland chose to regard the
Office as part of the spoils and rendered 1t
to James c. Matthews of New York The
people of the District assailed this nomina-
ton in part on the ground of Matthews
record, and especially because of the fact
of his selection from beyond the District.
He was twice rejected by the Senate. and
served only from August, 1886, to March,
1887. When he was finally rejected Mr..
Cleveland persisted in regarding the office
a perauisite of the dominant party,
without regard to its nature, and gave 1t
to James Trotter of Massachusetts,. who
took his place in March, 1887. He was
succeeded by Blanche K. Bruce of Missis-
sippi in February, 1880. In May, 1894,
President Cleveland appointed c. Fl. j. Tay-
lor of Kansas. and despite sharp fight
against his confirmation he was accepted
by the Senate. and served until displaced
by Mr.. Cheatham Of North Carolina In
May, 1887.
This office has never been given to an
outsider with the consent of the people of
Washington. They have always protested.
as they now protest, that it is a strictly
local function, that the fees of the people
indirectly support the establishment, that
the incumbent should be a man familiar
with local matters and people. They point
to the repeated home-rule pledges of the
parties. They particularly in this instance
call attention to the fact that the republic
can platform of 1896, upon which President
Mckinley was first elected, declared that
"the federal office holders appointed for the
territories should be selected from the bona
fide residents thereof, and the right Of self
government should be accorded to them as
far as practicable" They likewise recolect
In this connection that Mr.. Roosevelt, in
his letter accepting the nomination for the
vice presidency in 1900 referring to the
new possessions declared:
''The minor places in the administration,
where it is impossible to fill them by
natives, must be filled by the strictest ap-
pIication of the merit principle system. 1t
is very important that in our own home ad-
minstration the merely ministerial and adj
ministratiye offices, where the duties are
entirely non-political shall be filled abSo-
iutely without reference to partisan affil.a-
tions; but this is many times more impor-
tant in the newly acquired islands. The
merit system is in its essence as democratic
as our common school system, for it simply
means equal chances and fair play for all.
1t is not too late for the President to
remedy his mistake and to square his
pledges and his own personal, high minded
views of public office. He can yet recon-
sider his selection of Mr.. Dancy and, in
accordance with the principles he has so
often supported, bestow this purely local
ministerial and administrative office" upon
a native of the District.
Evening star., 1901-12-20
The Case of Mr.. Foraker.

The situation with respect to the Ohio
legislature is purely local except in one
feature The republicans have majority
in both houses. and will organize them. As
usual. there Is a spirited contest for the
minor places. and in this contest are found
friends of Mr.. Foraker and friends of Mr..
Hanna. The two senators themselves are
on good terms with each other. though nat
urally each gives his sympathy to his per-
sonaI adherents in this struggle. Some
body must win and somebody must lose,
but after the battle is over there must be
union if there is to be strength
The one feature of national interest is the
candidacy of Mr.. Foraker for reelection to
the Senate. The state convention which
renomirated Gov. Nash instructed for Mr..
Foraker for senator, and the successful
campaign was made in part on that issue.
The party therefore is twice committed.
The legislature is instructed. If the behest
of the people is to be obeyed, the republi-
cans of that body will vote solidly for Mr.
Forakers return Any other action would
be breach of faith and demoralizing.
Ohio is one of the states now supporting
what in effect Is the policy of eleeting
United States senators by the people. That
is to say. in the absence of a constitutional
amendment empowering the people to ex-
press themselves at the polls, primary ex-
preston is obtained. ard this answers as
instruction to the legislature when the
election for senator comes on. 1t is a great
improvement on the old system, and one
that should be generally adopted until such
a time as public sentiment acquires suf-
ficient strength to secure the desired
amendment to the Constitution
There would probably have been no dis
cussion raised as TO Mr.. Forakers case if
several years ago an effort had not been
made to defeat Mr.. Hannas election to the
Senate after Instructions for him had been
obtained at the state convention. When, TO
the general surprise, local politician of
the name of Kurtz. taking advantage of
tie narrow republican majority in the
legislature, raised the standard of revolt
against Mr.. Hanna and came within an ace
OF defeating him. But MIR. kurtz won no
glory by that act. and he ought not to have
an imitator now. The time for fighting Mr.
Foraker was before the state convention
which instructed for him was held. Since
then and especially since the November
election. when the conventions nomination
was ratified at the polls, Mr.. Foraker's
claim to the support of his party for re-
election has been indisputable. Presuma-
bly, notwithstanding all the talk the senio,
Ohio senator will, when the time comes
easily be voted a new commission.
Evening star., 1901-12-20
Kindness to Horses.
From the New York Tribune.


When snow or ice covers the asphalt i'll
shod horses slip and fall, frequently suffer-
ing serious strains and other injuries. 1t Is
pitifuI to see SO many Of them lose their
footing in these December days, and to OBJ
serve their desperate struggles to save
themselves from violent tumbles. The poor
beasts do the best they can in trying condi-
tions, and only the hard hearted can look
at them when they sink with a crash and
not feel touch Of sympathy. Our excel
lent Society for the Prevention of Cruelty
to Animals is overburdened with the weight
of it's manifold duties. It ought to be so
literally supported by generous New York
ers that it could employ a much larger
force and give more attention to requiring
owners to have their horses properly shod
with sharpened metal or rubber pads, so
that the number Of accidents ON icy or
snow-covered pavements might be Iessened.
The society has done much to restrict the
use Of painful bits, of "burrs'' and of other
instruments of torture employed to harass
the noble creatures; but it's resources are
limited, and the field for its operations Is OF
enormous extent.
Evening star., 1901-12-20

Misses and Children's Kidskin. Box Calf, Patent
Calf and Ideal Patent Kid Button and Lace Shoes
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children. combining fine quality leathers excel
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Children's Shoes, cloth tops, patent leather
yamps. plain square toes; sizes to s. &c
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Infants Shoes. patent leather vamps, pink, blue,
red and white tops, with and
without spring heels; sizes 3 G, ,,d
Infants Kant Slip Shoes. In chocolate
and black vici kid; button and lace. Pair. 9l.OO
Misses Chihren's and Infants One-strap Slip
Psas Past q & Pna sze ei9e m white red or 8c to S7s
Misses Patent Leather Colonial Ties. q, ~
with large buckle; sizes IL to .. Pair. 9S-So
Misses Felt slippers and Jali-
cites, with leather soles; sizes o. 10 c.
II to 2. Pair. ooS. 10 9i-2o
Children's Red Felt Juliettes. leather
soles; trimmed with fur; sizes to 101a CT oo
Chiidreas and Misses Felt
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Third floor.
Evening star., 1901-12-20

Boys Fine Atwood Sailor Suits, Norfolk blouse
effect. yoke back and front-uavy blue, c6 ~
brown and garnet: sizes to L. Each. Po'oo
Boys All-wool Cheviot and Serge Sailor Suits
the famous Regetta makee-an colers and all
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Boys Navy Blue Cheviot Vest Suits, military
cut, broad shoulders (coat, pants and Sc M,
vest; sizes 8 to II. Each. .............. Too
The Peter Thompson Regulation Sailor Suits.
with red or yellow trimmings; sizes to c. re,
II. hacn. ....'....'..'.- ~ -
Jersey and cheviot; lined with red flannel; high
ulster collar; cut extra long; 5000 and S.. 90
Boys Norfolk Jacket Suits. in aii-wooi navy
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Double breasted Suits-neat patterns; sizes sax
Boys Double breasted Fancy Cheviot Suits, me-
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and knees; sizes to II. Each h...... Too
Youths Fine Long Pants Suits, in black thibet
and fancy mixed eheyiSts @ and eassmeres
vest; ys sizes T is to 20. 5000 and SIC. SO
Each. h......-............ ~
Little Boys Russian Blouse and RAGLAN
and and, tan; sizes s5s to g. $500 and 5000
Bows Raglan overcoats. all wool, with or With
out yokes; sizes to 49, $500 and $50
Each. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS.
Bows. Mackntoshes. box coat style, cut extra
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Rows Russian Blouses. in blue and garnet: pref
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Rows. Au-wool Sweaters in all the popular col
ors and combinations: turtle 6cc TO ST 90
neck style; sizes ) to Is. Each.
Girls Scotch Tams. in plain eolors and combina-
tions; made of, Of Angora WOOL 5oc. and o5c.
Boys and Girls Toques or Stocking Caps; rough
Scotch wool and knitted ma
terial-e1eel,ent k assortment Of 25c. and soc.
Boys Golf Caps and Double Band Polo Caps
can be pulled down to protect the ears; COc
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Il, l. Bogs g,9,s saSr hats-a 5c and $Ioo
Boys Fine Laundered Shirt Waists, with or
without collars; plain white muslin and
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good wearing quality; all sizes. PAIR.
Third floor
Evening star., 1901-12-20
A Holiday Hope.

Mistuh Possum, come along: y =
Trim dat Chris mus tree.
Listen to my little song;
Trim dat Chris mus tree.
When de sun a-growin' dim,
Makes de shadows long an slim,
Twis' yoh tail around a limb;
Trim dat Chris mus tree.
Little stahs will shine deir bes';
Trim dat Chris s'mus tree.
Jes' like tapers in de wes';
Trim dat Chris mus tree.
When de frost wifi jewels fine
Decorates dat gift o mine,
I'll be roundabout half-pas' nine;
Trim dat Chris mus tree.
Evening star., 1901-12-20

operated by two horses. During rainy
weather the open part Is of no service to the
passengers, whereas in summer the closed
part is usually neglected. Local experience
seems to show that there Is no room here
for this type of vehicle. The complaining
patrons of the Lines on which the combina-
tions are run would appear to have just
ground for demanding a change.
Evening star., 1901-12-20
The Christmns Tree,
From the PHILADELPHIA InOufrpr

In spite of the fact that the Christmas
tree in house is a source of possible dam
ger, and that fire caused through 1t vitiates
insurance, we presume that there will be
the usual number this year, and trust that
extreme caution will be used SO that fires
do not take place We could not get along
without this institution any more than we
could without firecrackers, and 1t is essen
tial that both be handled with caution.
Evening star., 1901-12-20
New Japanese
Fern Balls.

We have just received a new inn
portation of Japanese Fern Balls,
which make unusually attractive
winter decorations when kept well
moistened in warm room. A
unique and pretty Xmas gift.
soc. each. -
Evening star., 1901-12-20
A pimcuh style ef Republfc.

Republics" said one South American
citizen, "are ungratefuL"
We'll" answered the other, "there are
circumstances under which gratitude Is diff
ficuh. BY the time you have completed
preparations for handsome expression of
esteem for one administration another is
liable to step in and hold you up on the
charge of treason"
Evening star., 1901-12-20

The proposition to impose a duty on all
silver imported into the United States rep
resents a sad comedown for the metal
which was once considered good enough to
use for money. 1t is hoped that something
can eventually be done for silver that will
relieve 1T of the necessity of continually
calling for help. 1t is the medcant of
Metals
Evening star., 1901-12-20
Serene Confidence.

"I am afraid, said the publisher, that
you are harmng your reputation by the in
different work you are putting into this
new serial.
Nonsense" answered the self-assured
author Even if the work is unusually
poor, the public will take it for granted
that I am great. Otherwise I couldn't get
such stuff published
Evening star., 1901-12-20

Mr.. Smith has decided to turn the COM
plants of the rural postmaster over to
some one else and once more give his per-
sonal attention to the remarks of "Old Sub
scriber' and "Veritas."
Evening star., 1901-12-20

General Weyler Is not an especially bril-
liant quantity in the affairs of Spain, SO
iar can be judged from this distance.
The general feels most at home when he
is safely behind a barricade, bowling for
slaughter
Evening star., 1901-12-20
SHOOTING STARS.
N0 Danger.

81 take it that you are one of the men
who never forgets his friends
NO" answered Senator Sorghum, who
had dined unduIy the day previous, and
was little morose; there is no danger of
my forgetting my friends; not SO long as
my friends need influence or money"