davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15
Colonel sanger.s Appointment.

The prompt settlement of the controversy
growing out of the selection of Colonel
Sanger of New York to be assistant secre-
tary of war is a triumph of the art of in
telligent politics.
Colonel Sanger was the choice of Secre-
tary Root. and there was nothing involved
in the choice but the confidence that Mr..
Root had in his friend and a desire to have
him close at hand in an important place.
But at the moment both Senators Platt ard
Depew were displeased, and announced Wig
orous opposition. Mr.. Platt led off and was
especially emphatic. He spoke as the rec
ognized head of the republican organization
of New York state, and as such declared
that the selection must be Cancelled. Colonel
Sanger, 1t seems, has not at all times been
in thorough sympathy with his party's
leaders at home. But there was no COM
plaInt against his personal character, nor
any question whatever of his ability. He
was unacceptable to the two New York
senators only for the reason that he was
not in their opinion a good organization
man. and therefore was unworthy of such
high recognition
The case was taken to the President as
a matter of course. 1t called for diplo-
matte treatment. Unless the differences
could be adjusted, he must choose between
member of his official family and the two
senators of his party from the most power
full state in the Union. He proposed a
conference of all the parties in Interest,"
wise suggestion but such an one as is rot
always practicable when blood is up. The
President, however. being himself a man of
peace and good feeling, was to be heard
with more than the usual respect in the
matter and conference-several of them,
indccd-resulted. And peace was the out
come. Mr.. Roots choice stood. Senators
Platt and Depew. after an exchange of
views with the President and the Secretary
of War. yielded their opposition, and Colo
mel Sanger has entered upon the duties
of his office. Those who know HIM pre-
dict that he will serve the country excel
lently in his post.
The cases We're not analogous. but they
were enough alike to lead to expectation
that for Sanger we might read Robertson,
and that such a row as occurred twenty
years ago between Garfield and Blaine on
other was about to break out. The danger
is past Several clear heads, the Presi-
dents among them, and a spirit of discus
sion and Cancellation have settled the con-
truversy honOrably and satisfactorily to
all. And the President, Secretary Root,
Colonel Sanger, Senators Plat and Depew,
and the republican party are to be con-
graduated upon the outcome. 1t is really
not SO difficult for brethren to dwell to-
gether in unity if only they are fair enough
to confer together and brave enough to &C
cent a candid decision.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15
McLnurin of south Carolina.


Mr. McLaurin of South Carolina denies
the report that he contemplates resigning
from the Senate as the result of differences
with his party on certain national issues.
Not only will he not resign, but he will
appear for reelection, and go upon the
stump in justification of his course in
voting with tbs republicans when in his
judgment the interests of his state and of
the entire south demanded it.
The two things, it is hardly necessary to
point out, go together 1t was an evidence
of pluck to make such a record, and it will
evince pluck to defend it Mr.. McLaurin
may lose the fight The probability is that
he Will. But he will perform a public SER
vice in making 1t, and he will be very
interesting figure while 1t continues. He
is no interloper, but South Caroinian by
birth and rearing, southern in all of his
sympathies and so able a man that he had
reached the Senate, through several subor-
dinate offices of Importance, when but
little past thirty-five. He speaks well, md
in debate at home, with his course in the
Senate as the topic, he ought to make it
lively for his critics.
Partisanship is strong everywhere, but
it is fierce in the south. Everything pOliti-
cal is one way in that quarter. In South
Carolina republicanism is not only tabooed,
but it is sometimes shot out of men, al
though whenever the republicans in Con-
gress revise the tariff on protection lines
the democrats of the state seek and obtain
a saving duty on rice, and share in that
laid on cotton goods. Still, what they en-
dure from the people of the north and west
they will not tolerate among themselves.
1t was in a country tavern down there that
the local member of Congress excused Kim
self for being absent from Washington at
an important time of the session by stating
that he was paired. WELL" replied the
village oracle, 81 hope you had too much
deeency to pair with any of them republi-
cans"
Mr.. McLaurin's offense consists of having
voted for the ratification of the Paris
treaty, and of speaking in favor of the
ship subsidy bill. Support of the treaty
was an act of the highest patriotism. and If
the American merchant marine is ever re-
established and fulills it's mission, no sec
ton of the Union will profit more than the
south, and no state of the south more than
South Carolina What, then, is all this
pother about? Why should not Mr. Nc
Laurin-a young man, and anxious to see
the south young and powerful again-vote
and speak in accordance with his opinions ?
Because such a course brought him in
touch with the republicans on those two
propositions? Mr.. Lamar once offended the
democrats of Mississippi by refusing to
vote in the Senate for cheap money. But
his is one of the proudest names today in
the history of that state. He had, as Mr..
McLaurin has, the courage of his convic-
lions. On large questions he was O large
man.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15
Must Keep Up the Fight.

rom the Baltimore american.
There will now be placed among the
Maryland statutes as Infamous an election
law as was ever enacted. The Goebel law
of Kentucky, which brought about the
murder Of the governor Of that state, who
was it's author, is not one whit worse than
this law which the bosses have made for
Maryland. Already there is rejoicing among
these men, who are boasting that there is
not now left single obstacle in their path,
and by this they mean that their power in
the management of affairs in Maryland
will continue for many years to come
In this, however, the bosses overlook the
fact that they have still to reckon with the
people of Maryland. Had such an election
law as this been an issue in the last state
campaign, majority of the men who are
now making Infamous laws at Annapolis
would never have been elected. They have
been false to the trust reposed in them by
the people. and will be held to a strict ac-
countabiiity The plea of party loyalty will
not avail them when the day Of reckoning
comes. This fight has. in truth, but lust
begun. The bosses have simply won the
first round-that is all. Before it is over
they will throw up the sponge. knocked
out this time for good, and the shameful
law made by them will be blotted out once
and forever.
There must be no let-up in the fight
There are very serious questions raised re-
garding the constitutionality Of several sec
tions Of the new law, and upon these oues-
tions the court of appeals of Maryland
must be called to pass. If this cannot be
done before the votes are taken under the
new law. here will be the greatest and
most vital issue the people Of Maryland
have had before them in many a long year.
What a campaign in the interest of politi-
cal honesty and decent government can be
made on such an issue! What an army of
voters can be enlisted In the ranks Of the
foes of the bosses! What successful war
can be waged against political tricksters
who stop at nothing to gain their base
ends!
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15
Thirty-FiYe Men Mt Work.

Impatient Chicagoans have taken to
counting the men employed on the post Of
flee construction in their city, just as in
dignant Washingtonians did several years
ago. when the capital was undergoing the
same annoying experience with delays in
government building. Last Saturday, for
instance, there were only five stone settlers
engaged in placing the granite blocks on
the great pile. and about thirty others on
various other portions of the work 1t
will be remembered that when The Star
began its crusade for greater speed on the
local building in 1894 it found the force
running from five to fifty. Chicago is
thoroughly angry, because It reasonably
expects to see the treasury's building bu-
reau. having been SO sadly Inundated in
the Washington case. try for a good record
in Chicago. The local architects and build
ers are besieged with requests for explana-
lions of the causes of the delay, while the
Washington officials are pestered with ap-
peals and even threats of political conse-
auences. Meanwhile the reason for the
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

prevent vote being cast in any precinct,
and to protect thoroughly the commission
of such crimes the maximum penalty for
such an offense is fixed by the bill at 81 ,000
No imprisonment no trouble. At the worst
pay thousand dollars apiece and throw
out the strong republican districts The
second point is the arranging of the bal
lots.
The plan contemplates the mixing Of the
names of the candidates 50 that the voter
presumably must read in order to mark
the names he wishes to vote for. The
names must be arranged In a certain order
and of course if one party in county or
city could know the order of such arrange
ment a considerable time in advance it
would clearly be possible for that party to
train it's illterates that they could vote
for the party candidates. Who then ar
ranges the order in which the names are
printed the tickets? Who would do 1t
If fraud was intended? A partisan board,
and under the bill partisan board does
do It, The order is fixed by the election ST.
pervisors in each county. 1t is absurd to
suppose Tor a moment that the democratic
supervisors will not arrange the order IN
which the names will be printed as soon
as they know the tickets, and that every
district manager of that party will not be
informed of this order, so that the Hitter
ates of that party can be trained to mark
the tickets at certain points. The majority
supervisors will not necessarily be betray-
Ing their offices, even, to do this, as this
arrangement will not be official arrange
ment of the ticket until just prior to the
election, when they have called the rerub-
lican member of the board in, and formally
adopted the order of names, agreed on in
formally by themselves weeks before.
Every possible opportunity is. therefore,
granted to the one party to vote its litter
ates, while llliterates of the other party are
DISTINGUISHED. That this bill will become
law. with all its invitations to fraud and
discrimination, is certain. What the people
of the state will say about it remains to be
seen. A rising wave of disgust at such
f1agrantly fraudulent bill appears to be
sweeping over the state and it may be that
it will be strong enough to overthrow the
authors at the next election, even protected
they will be by the provisions of the
new law. 1t is impossible to believe that
the people of Maryland will consent to the
long existence of a law, which should be
entitled AN act to permit Mr.. German to
steal the State
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15
Infants
Outer Wear.

Handsome Coats of silk, cloth,
linen; Refers of cloth, including
British pink, corduroy, pique, linen.
galatea; large Hats and Bonnets OF
silk, straw, etc, combined with lace,
chiffon and ribbon; Fancy Null
Hats; Sun Hats; Handmade Null
Caps. The latest effects from Paris.
and elegant American productions.
Chidreh's Refers in white and colors. made Of
Bedford cord and ladies' cloth; collars and cuffs
trimmed with braid: ribbon ties. Each. 81 so
Childrcn's Cloth Refers. three-quarter length
made in various styles: trimmings Of Panne velvet
stitched bands aid brad. Each. 10 to $1,000
Chidren's Pique and Linen Refers, newest eff
fects; trimmed with insertion and embroidery: Rus
ian styl, with belt of same: collar and cuffs fin
ished with embroidered scaop. Each 50 so to $3.50
Infants Cream Bedford Cord Long Clocks, trim
med with ribbon and braid Each. 25 to $1,000
A large a. ortment of Children's Hats and Bon
nets. made fine atraw, chiffon and ribbon; choice
designs Each. ..$4to TO $lZ.ou
infants Hand L.ade French Null Caps. close-ft
ting trimmed with fine tncks, Misunderstanding and
insertion: broad ties Each. Zoe. to 3d. 90
Second floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15
Miss AnriI.

Miss April is approachin'. So de weather
gemmen say;
In spite Of all the hahdships Yves a put
tin in her way.
In spite of all de snowin' OATS been brew
in in de air.
Miss Aprirs young an handsome an she
say she doesn care.
De boomin' of de cannon an lie rattlin' of
de steel.
Can't terrify Miss April In her loyalty an
zeal.
In spite O. noise an fghtin' she will smile
upon US all.
She loves us human critters an she'll pay
little call.
She loves us human critters wifi our no.
count quar- lsomeness,
She always does her bes' to hep us out
of our distress
You fms when you's in trouble an de
year is mighty blue,
Miss April is a lady frien' dat's always
kind an true
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

delay remains a mystery to Chicago. The
building Is being constructed on plans
drawn by a private architect who is In
charge of the structural features of the
work. while the supervising architects Of
fee controls the machinery of inspection.
The contractor-who is the same man as
in the Washington case-is under a possible
penalty, of course, but there is no assur-
ance that penalty incurred by delay will
be enforced by the government. The Star
learned in the course of it's Investigations
that one of the worst evils of the govern
ment's building system was then-as it pre-
sumably Is now-the ability of defaulting
contractors to evade their fines by securing
special dispensations through political
pulls. The troubles to which contractors
are exposed are easily understood. Strikes,
tie-ups, bad weather and accidents often
combine to caus. exact compliance with
the governments time requirements to be-
come impossible. With such genuine cases
of misfortune the public is always lenient.
But 1t Is singular fact that such time
killing combinations seldom occur to delay
private constructions. And when they
threaten the owners of the property are
usually energetic in meeting and solving
the difficulties With the government con-
tractor the case is different. When mis-
fortune comes he sinks into a lassitude
seemingly inspired by the reflection that
he has powerful friends-perhaps through
them he secured the contract--who will
persuade the government not to enforce the
penalties. The problem which Chicago is
trying to solve is why there should be one
set of conditions in private construction to
ensure prompt, good work and another set
IN similar public enterprises to produce
laggard, poor work. And Chicago is not
alone In seeking an answer to this riddle.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

Russian Blouse Suits In great variety Of the
latest effects Sizes 3 to 4.
$500 to $3.50 each.
Russian Blouse overcoats. spring weight, In blue
red, garnet and gray
$500 and $3.50 each.
LOT OF Separate Pants In fancy mixtures. neat
stripes checks and plaids: light and dark .colors-
all we'll made and strongly sewed; sizes to 10
Very special value.
48c. pair.
UElanndered Shirt Waists, 'Mothers' Friend
brand, those with patent detachable buttons-neat
washable patterns; sizes TO IL
Special value, 800. each.
Ial ndered Shirt Waists, with shirt collar. Moth
e-s' Friend brand: good quality; neat pretty pat
terms; good washable coors; sizes to 10.
Special value, SOC. each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15
An Antitrust Conyer,

An Anti-Trust Convert.
Charlie, dear" said young Mrs Torkins,
Il am against the trusts
'Indeed?"
Eyes, and especially the Oil trust
"That is regarded as most Formidable of
ALL
Il never understood it before. But see
it clearly now. The way those monopolists
overcharged me today for bottle of salad
oil is simply outrageous"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

The ease and safety with which Count
de CasteIlane slapped an editor and pulled
his hair explains to some extent why the
average French aristocrat cannot be happy
away from Paris. If he had tried such a
program in this country he would probably
have been a candidate for attention from
the emergency ambulance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15
Sharing the Gl0rx

Henrietta isn't one of these women
who want to put husband in the back
ground and make him stay there"
mo. indeed"
rs she trying to make you prominent 90
Yes. She is going to deliver lecture
to her club on how to manage husbands,
and she wants me to come up on the plat
form and be an example"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

II Mr.. Carnegie has solved the problem of
being philanthropic in equitable and
businesslike manner, his work in this direc-
ton will outweigh all the benefits that all
his millions could possibly bestow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

BY living useful and Industrious though
transformations life as an American citizen,
the late Benjamin Harrison did much to eff
face the perplexity over what shall become
of ex-presidents
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

Ii Hung Chang is again reported able to
sit up and take nourishment. This would
indicate that Ii has again been inspired
with hopes of saving his political bacon
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

Mr.. Carnegie's lack of political ambition
is to be regretted by Washington. He is
the kind of millionaire it is worth a COM
munitys while to have as a resident
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

One Of the problems that confront the
modern civilization lies in the fact that
nothing of Importance can happen without
having poetry written about it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

1T is a fortunate thing for all concerned
that Mrs. Nation did not select the bibulous
mayor of Atlanta as a bright and shining
mark in her reform program.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15
The Sun=bonmet
Pictures.

Beautiful Art Gems by Geo. w.
Parker. Water colors, embracing
many subjects, odd and unique, par
ticularly adaptable for Easter gifts.
Various sizes and shapes.
CSC. upward.
Picture Department-Fourth floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

few tears of disappointment are the
only irrigation now available for some OF
the communities which had hopes of con-
sideration under the river and harbor bill.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

The Clayton-Bulwer treaty may not have
much life in it. but its lack of animation
does not prevent its standing as serious
obstruction to travel
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

cambri, Gowns: tucked yoke; rufhe roc
Nainsock Gowns; square neck; yoke of tucks and
embroidery; rufhc Of embroidery neck 1cc
and sleeves. Each NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. ~.
NainsOOk, Cambria and Muslin Gowns; trimmed
with lace embroidery and hemstitched CT M
tucks Each .-..................... pi-oo
Nainsook Gowns: We neck; yoke of fine tucks
embroidery. beading and lace insertion narrow
i hseb Fu.ae on neck ana sleeves $I.5o
Cambria Drawers; hem and two clusters orc
Of tucks: yoke ba d. Pair. ................ ~
Muslin Drawers, cluster of tucks and ruff ooc
1e Of embroidery. Pair. NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. SSN'
Secon floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

w. j. Bryan is probably discovering by
this time that it is easier to get people to
listen than it is to make them read
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

One of the chief elements of interest In
the modern interview lies in speculation as
to how the man quoted will proceed to take
it back
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

1t would be unfortunate fo1s Congress if
Delaware should become so accustomed to
getting on without senators as to dispense
with them entirely
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

The adjournment of Congress will leave
the news largely monoplized by the cap
lures of De Wet and the funerals of Agui-
udIdo.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15
Saturdays
Pure Food List.

We only offer standard brands and even tbopyb
the price, are often lower than those current we
never sacrince quality to price The careful house
Keeper cal here economize and still obtain cboica
ioods ~ NA"'Se
the asking 10 "o Aei
Plymouth Rock, Chalmers and Knoxs Gala
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

The empress dowaGer has consented to
take back seat in Chinese public affairs
until the situation becomes a little less
perilous.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15
SHOOTING STARS,


Il have heard of milionaires who con-
slider it a misfortune to die rich''
Yes. and the worst of it is that they
can't get any sympathy"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

Old friends are best. We find them
Still faithful, kind and true,
And that's why your comedian
Ne'er learns a jest that's new.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15
Boys Furnishing
Department.

(Adjoining Mems Storey
Complete line of Boys up-to-date
Furnishings. AS much attention
given to these as to the mems goods.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

1t begins to look already as if New York
had merely been through one of its same
old reforms
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

Girls Three quartcr-length Box Coats OF light
light broadcloth. In cardinal and tan with broad
sailor collar, trimmed in narrow white silk braid;
lined throughout; sizes s to IL.
$3.50 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

Isn't it about time for Carrie Nation
Segar' to be sprung on an unprotected
public?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15

Also full line of Misses Tailor made Suits
comprising all the newest shades and styles-for
girls from II to Is years of age.
Sic. so, $500, $IS.s to SEA 90 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15
Corset
Department.

All the desirable and reputable
makes and correct styles of CorSets,
including the straight front and the
Louis XVI, are here in satisfactory
assortment.
W. B. Coisets, batiste. Pair. ............- .50c.
C. Colseis. extra long, medium and short.
Sonnette Corsets. straight front, low bust. short
r. & q. Corsets. straight 'front.' low bust, long
hips, Pair. LIS
W. C. C. Corsets. straight front, low bust, long
ElpS. falf, $StO
Her Majesty Corsets, suitable for stout figures.
Pair. ...... .......... Observation-Disclosures 5
Imported Girdle Corsets, straight front-pink,
white end blue. Pair. .................-....$3 50
Latest Style Bustles Each. ........ 25c. to Toe.
Women's Serviettes. Dozen. Goo. to soc.
Second floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15
A Matter of Policy.

Il observe" said the friend, chat you
always speak kindly of your political op-
ponent."
Yes" answered Senator Sorghum "It
is Just as well. 1t conveys the impression
that have him beaten and can afford to
be generous
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-03-15
EARLY Spring Special Sale of
MUSLIN Underwear.

There's garment the entire collection; we
economic material the garment that
the least defective of STYLE all the
paternngs thorough workmanship and nis-n
that degree of refinement and general excellence which people
Washington and vicinity have learned expect
The of sizes and prices complete Saturdays selling