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Evening star., 1902-01-01
Children and Newspapers.
Erin the Milwaukee Sentinel

In a recent article in a current magazine
there is a protest against the newspaper
reading child. 1T Is a deplorable fact that
OF late years a number of excellent maga-
zines for children have been discontinued
says the writer, who goes on to show that
the vogue Of the newspaper has shortened
the term of childhood and made it impos-
sible to maintain juvenile periodicals.
1t is impossible to prevent a boy or q
girl from learning the facts of life. They
come, prelnatureiy perhaps. in a hundred
different ways outside the columns OF the
newspaper Much premature knowledge is
gathered at school, The streets, the thea
ters, the public conveyances-aiI furnish
inquiring youthful mind. While it Is to be
regretted that the accounts of crimes and
murders must be printed, these are actuaii-
ties that cannot be ignored. The Child that
is old enough to read about what is hap
pening In the world is Old enough to begin
to understand something of the many-sided
phases of humanity. The ephemeral con-
tents of the daily paper present much that
is instructive. Indeed in some schools the
lessons in current events are as important
as any on the list of regular studies. Con-
temporaneous history, rightly read, is not
less instructive than that which deals with
ancient and medieval times.
Instead of forbidding children to read
newspapers, parents should choose the best
journals and teach their children to read
about matters of general interest Critics
may sound the alarm, but it is vain to pre.
vent the newspaper-reaLing child from ex-
isting. Since he has been evolved it is
well to respect his existence and to supply
him with the best Intellectual food for HIS
twentieth century mind.
Evening star., 1902-01-01

from the Washington government all the
advantages possible from our products by
reasonable reductions of the import duties.
especially on sugar and tobacco. as this Is
the only way for Cuba to escape the abso-
lutte ruin of these two industries. which are
the only bases of Cuba'S actual wealth.
Without this benefit the Cuban people will
find themselves in great distress and sub
ject to disturbances from lack of employ
ment; without this benefit all the sacrifices
of the Cubans for their freedom will be at
cannot enjoy their independence. am con-
vinced that the people of the United States
know very well that 1t is to their o3n in
terest that Cuba be in a prosperous condi-
ton. and In a state of order and peace,
and for that reason l am sure that ma
jority of the Americans will favor COM
mercial treaty between the countries ad-
vantageous both to the United States and
Cuba
These are sentiments which should, and
probably WILL find echo throughout this
country. General Palma, indeed, states the
case so clearly it is impossible to take
issue with him. 1t but remains for him to
impress his views deeply upon the Cuban
people. and to shape his own course in
Office by this chart. to thoroughly justify
his election and make his term as president
one of transcendent benefit to his constitu-
ents.
we are Oi tIC SNC thCi VI hdAiih6 thC
Republic of Cuba. The fight has been long
and hard. and not few of those who
helped launch the cause of free Cuba have
fallen In the struggle But many remain
to see the fruition of their hopes, and
among them are men in every way capable
of successfully administering the affairs OF
an independent government. Their task will
tax their powers and their patience to the
utmost. Eternal vigilance and eternal hard
work are the price of liberty. The Cubans
have but to look here to be impressed with
the fact that free government does not
run itself, and that a vigorous partisanship
is the salvation of a state. In those sec
tions of the United States where party con-
tests are the most vigorously conducted
may be found the greatest progress and, as
rule. the most capable public servants.
1t is to be hoped therefore that as soon
as the Cuban government gets fairly to
work we may see in the island at least two
strong parties, well organized and well led.
not in contest merely for the offices, nor
yet fighting merely for the joy of battle.
but with fixed ideas of public policy and a
genuine desire to serve the commonwealth.
Where things are too unanimous the COM
monwealth suffers. 1t is better to keep the
waters stirred, even at the risk of an occa-
sionai overflow from the agitation. Long
live the Republic of Cuba!
Evening star., 1902-01-01

and detection of crime. The main purpose
of a police force Is not to catch the law
breakers. but to hedge in the potential
criminals so that they will have no oppor-
tunity to break the laws. "A well patroled
street in which a burglar or highwaymau
cannot safely operate is what the citizens
require. 1t means more to their peace and
comfort than the most highly organized de-
tective Office.
More policemen are necessity which
Congress should not be permitted at this
session to overlook. If the District COM
mittees hold to this view from first 10 last
they must inevitably exert beneficial In
fuence upon the fiscal legislation, even
though that may be shaped by the appro-
priation committees The intelligent COM
prehension of the capitals affairs and needs
enjoyed by the members of the local COM
mittees should be utilized to the full for
the sake of the capital, even beyond the
range of strict committee jurisdiction.
Evening star., 1902-01-01
Presfdent-EIect P.,m.

Unopposed at the polls. General Palma
nas been elected president OF Cuba. The
selection Is the best that could have been
snade- The man thus honored has rendered
great service TO his country. and was in
charge OF Cuban interests In the United
states during the war which terminated in
Spains downfall He Is q man Of attain
ments, speaks English fuentIy, and has
been student Of American institutions.
The New York Tribune of today auotes hin,
as follows:
Inc principal object OF the Cuban re-
public should be first of all to secure N.
most friendly relations with the American
people. who helped US in our hour of need
We VIII always bear in mind the work OF
ne United states in helping US to obtain
'osr Independence from Spanish r,,ie and
the same time We should try to secure
Evening star., 1902-01-01
The Real Task in New York.

New York today bids goodbye to the
Tammany rule which for the past four
years has corrupted every municipal de-
partment and brought scandal upon the
metropolis. IL welcomes an administra ton
composed of men of both political parties,
sincere believers in the principle of honesty
and efficiency in public office, who stand
not only for positive reform in all branches
but for the disclosure of the bIunders and
the crimes against the people for which
their predecessors are accountable The
whole country will watch the results of
this change with keen interest Every Amer
lean regards New York with some degree of
pride because of its great size, it's un-
Paralieled prosperity and it's vast import
ance in the worlds commerce All right
minded citizens. OF whatever community,
will be glad to see that great city demon
strate the success of municipal government
under the American system. Its failure for
so many years has Inundated the spirit of
the nation and has east a reproach upor
the repute of the republic abroad.
Mayor Low will therefore have the heart
felt prayers for his success of the honest
patriotic people of all states and sections.
His opportunity is great his difficulties
are perhaps even greater. He has only two
Years to serve in which to restore the
municipal affairs TO an honest normal. That
time may be too short for effective, lasting
work But after all the prime test of the
success OF the reform movement In the
metropolis lies not so much in the actual
performance of this new administration as
in the effect it may have upon the voters.
The people must be made TO feel that II is
10 their individual, selfish, moral and ma
terial interests to support a decent city
government at all times. regardless of party
po!ities, else the metropolis, whatever the
purity OF any one individual administration.
VIII remain at the mercy OF the tickle will
OF une voters. persuaded into confusing
their own municipal housekeeping with the
broad partisan issues of state OF national
politics.
Evening star., 1902-01-01
A WeIcOme.

Howdy, Mistuh New Year!
Glad to see you, sho!
Look jes' like yoh brother
Dat come 'roun' some time ago.
Had to give You welcome.
When you come dis way.
has knowed yoh family
Many an many day.
An / mus declare it,
Dey's been good to me;
WIFI de blossom an de 'possum
Bof a-hangin' from de tree.
Howdy, Mistuh New Year!
1 says it once agin.
I hopes you'll be as generous
AS all yoh other kin.
Evening star., 1902-01-01
Secretary Long.

A leading newspaper industry of the day
is choosing successor to Mr.. Long in the
Navy Department. There is no vacancy as
yet. and none is Immediately in prospect.
but as changes in the cabinet have begun,
the Navy Department, with others. is laid
under tribute to popular speculation 1t Is
remembered too that Mr.. Long took Office
with reluctance. He had retired from public
life with abundant honors, and was enjoy
ing lucrative law practice, when his old
friend Mr.. Mckinley coaxed him back into
harness. His post. through no fault of his,
has not been of the pleasantest, and as
death within the past few months has In
yaGed his household, it is assumed In many
quarters that he contemplates retiring from
Office, this time for good.
The country would lose by such a step on
Mr.. Longs part. With characteristic ap-
plication and conscientiousness he has mas
tered all the details of the Navy Depart
ment. and has administered its complicated
affairs during a most trying period with
the most signal success. And as we are
pushing forward to even greater things on
the sea, his thorough knowledge Of the sit
uation is still very valuable to the govern
ment. His presence at the council table at
a time when we are working out the new
psODiSfHS SToWlHS out VI Tue OpdIlSH war
Is guarantee of wise suggestions not only
as to the work Of his own department. but
as to that of all the others. For he is a
man OF all-round sound judgment, and he
stands for good purposes, conservatiyely
conceived and conservatively advocated
In addition to this, Mr.. Long Is a man
who by the dignity of his carriage. by the
purity of his life, and by the finish of his
intellectual attachments is an honor both
to his state and the country. He is hard
worker, but has none of the gruffness of
drudge. His tastes are clean and cultivated
but he makes no parade of his scholarship
In a word. we have in him that compound
Of high aspiration and everyday sagacity
whose influence on our public affairs is in
every way so desirable
Mr.. Long may yield to his inclinations
and return to private life. But in that
day the public will be distinctly the poorer
Evening star., 1902-01-01
Large Men and Small Towns.
ON the New York Evening Post.

We have great respect for the country
banker who has carefully studied broad
questions and worked out sound conelu-
sions. and who often understands far bet
ter than the city bred man the feelings of
the people and the best way of command
ing their approval. The nation is to be con-
graduated that President may look to a
small town like Dalton, in Massachusetts.
with only 3,014 inhabitants, or Denison, in
Iowa, with but. 3.648 for a man worthy to
succeed the Chicago banker who is about
to retire from public service at Washington.
Evening star., 1902-01-01
Inadyertent.

Il very much admired your intelligent de-
livery of the lines of Hamlet" said the
genial friend after the performance.
Yes answered Mr.. Stormington Barnes.
Il have practiced eiocution a great DEAL
And your vivid facial expression"
Eyes; have practiced facial expression
a great deal"
And your graceful and easy walk"
'Yes. I have practiced walking a great
deal"
Evening star., 1902-01-01
A BibuIous Opinion.

ut is appalling to contemplate the eff
fects that this increase in the price of corn
may lead to- said the panicky person. 'It
may lead to something like a famine
Worse than that" returned Colonel Still
we'll. solemnly; worse than that. In my
opinion the pangs of thirst are even more
terrible than those of starvation"
Evening star., 1902-01-01

The question of how many anarchists
have been brought into this country from
Europe since the public first awoke to a
realization that it was time for Congress
to do something Is another of those prob
lens that defy the statistician.
Evening star., 1902-01-01

London hotel keepers should be greatly
pleased by the announcement that the czar
IS to be present at the coronation of King
Edward The ears military escort and
official assemblage of "admiring populace"
will put lodgings at premium
Evening star., 1902-01-01

The precautions for President Roosevelt s
safety in connection with the New Year
handshaking at the White House were very
thorough. 1t is unlikely that any attempt
to repeat the recent national tragedy will
Immediately occur. But the habit OF Wig
iance in this connection cannot be too
thoroughly esta blished.
Evening star., 1902-01-01

Several gentlemen would stand a better
chance for literary or political careers If
they had needed that rudimentary maxim
of English composition, Beware the adjec-
81,
Evening star., 1902-01-01
Penny Postage.

From the Louisville Courier Journal
Penny postage would undoubtedly be pep-
ular, but 1t should not come at the expense
of the efficiency of the postal service It
should not come at all until the department
Is self-sustaining.
Evening star., 1902-01-01

1t has doubtless been a great pleasure
to President Roosevelt to see such a long
line of people who had not visited the
White House for the purpose of seeing
about appointments
Evening star., 1902-01-01

The divorce rush at the close of the year
was very heavy But the extra work Of
the courts will be well repaid by the i'm
munity which is promised for the future
Evening star., 1902-01-01
SHOOTING STARS.
A Cold Calculation.

THAT young man belongs to one Of the
Oldest and most distinguished families in
the country"
well" said Mr.. Cumrox refiectively. "of
course what people get by inheritance
comes easiest. But the men who made
their money in the last five or ten years are
the ones who are likely to have most of It,"
Evening star., 1902-01-01

II Signor Mareoni is as great genius in
electricity as he is in advertising, wireless
teiegraphy may be accepted as an accom-
pIiShed fact.
Evening star., 1902-01-01

1t Is an undoubtei fact that the officials
or this government do not receive the sal
aries paid for similar services abroad.
However, great many able gentlemen are
willing to meet a patriotic duty without
counting up the pecuniary reward.
Evening star., 1902-01-01
Dry Trees Burn Fast.
From the Chicago Tribune.

Letting the Christmas tree stand in the
parlor until 1t becomes as dry as tinderS and
Is accidentally set ON fire, not only makes
trouble about the house. but Involves a
waste Of good kindling material.
Evening star., 1902-01-01
Always Worth While,

you say You encouraged our friend to
make another New Year resolution
Il did," answered the slangy man whose
heart is all right.
But don't you know he'll break it at the
end of six weeks at the least calculation"
II hope not. And even If he does he'll be
six weeks ahead Of the game"
Evening star., 1902-01-01

Like loyal celestial Minister WI hopes
that Cinnamon may get into this country
without being put to the inconvenience of
being smuggled from Canada.
Evening star., 1902-01-01

1t looks as IL Dom Paul has shattered
tradition by retiring to private life with
out any preliminary announcement of his
intention.
Evening star., 1902-01-01

DIn order To avoid delays on ac-
count of personal absence. letters tn
THE STAR should not be addressed
to any individual connected with tne
ofice. hut simply TO The STAR. or 10
the Editorial or business Depart
menta according to tenor Or purpose
Evening star., 1902-01-01

The corporations of the country have
been roundiy abused. but rest serene in the
knowledge that conversation never yet
killed trust
Evening star., 1902-01-01

There is as usual some doubt about Mr..
Hanna's prospects in Ohio. Mr.. Hanna
never was especially strong in his advance
notice department on occasions of this kind
Evening star., 1902-01-01
Christmas All the ye.r

From the Providence Journal.
The Christmas spirit need not end with
the Christmas season. There are aiWays
plenty OF opportunities for helping ones fel-
low men
Evening star., 1902-01-01
A Theory.

This world as it goes moving on
With folly oft seems busy;
Perhaps it whirls around so fast
That men have all grown dizzy.
Evening star., 1902-01-01

Lord Rosebery's desire that the war in
South Africa shall be brought to close Is
very generally shared. The question is,
Evening star., 1902-01-01
The AntepenuItim.tun.
From the Boston Herald.

just at present the German Venezuelan
emphasis may be said to more particularly
on the antepenultimatum.
Evening star., 1902-01-01
1909.

FrVtn tue New 1ork World.
Be sure and write 1t with q 4
Evening star., 1902-01-01
TOMORROW ONLY

WE SHALL SELL 100 DARK GRAY OXFORD
WALKING SKIRTS. CUT FULL, SEvEN-G0RE
FLARE, WITH WIDE STITCHED FLARiNG
s. To aELdWfSa aENsTHs osE Eh2a 2a %u 40
EACH CUSTOMER AT............ ~ IT
Evening star., 1902-01-01
TOMORROW ONLY

so DOZEN EXCELLENT QUALITY FLANNEL
WAISTS, IN COLORS AND BLACK-NAyY. RED,
ROSE AND LIGHT BLUE BUTTON FRONT
AND BACK STYLES-GRADUATED TUCKED
FRONT AND BACK TUCKED
EVERY SIZE. WHICH SOLD FOR 0WC.
$l.LO, tOh.. ~
Evening star., 1902-01-01
TOMORROW ONLY

WE SHALL SELL LOT OF wOMEN's NECK
WEAR INCLUDING FANCY STOCKS, CHIFFON
JABOTS, SILK TIES IN VARIOUS STYLES AND
COI0RS. BLACK NET TIES TWO YARDS IN
LENGTH: WHITE SILK WINDSORS WITH PER
SIAN ENDS AND OTHER STYLES a -
SOME OF THESE SOLD AS HIGH HOC
AS T5c-, FOR. R............---......... 70
Evening star., 1902-01-01
TOMORROW ONLY

WE SHALL SELL LOT OF woMEN's FRENCH
KID CLOVES WORTH ANYWHERE FROM 81 .25
T0 500 PER PAIR THEY ARE BROKEN
THERE ARE SUEDES, GLACES, @~
DoGsKINS. MOCHAs AND CHA /QDC
M0IS IN THE LOT, AT, PER PAIR. /Se
Evening star., 1902-01-01
TOMORROW ONLY

WE SHALL SELL PlII,Ow SQUARES MADE OF
MERCERIZED SATEEN - PERSIAN PATTERNS
AND OOLORS, IN EXACT IMITATION or OUR
IMPORTED SILK COVERS - ONE SQUARE
LARGE ENOUGH FOR BOTH no
SIDES OF PILLOW = WORTH ssc.. ZVC
Evening star., 1902-01-01
TOMORROW

WE SHALL SELL ONE LOT OF STRICTLY ALL
WOOL FLANNEL WAISTS, BUTTON FRONT
AND BACK STYLES. BEAUTIFULLY TUCKED
BOTH BACK AND FRONT. LINED THROUGH
OUT. IN COLoRS OF NAVY. RED, no
ROSE, GREEN AND BLACK-EyERY WSC.
SIZE, WHICH SOLD FOR 81. CO. FOR ~oSo
Evening star., 1902-01-01
TOMORROW ONLY

WE SHALL SELL 30 PIECES OF ALL-SILk
BLACK PEAU DE CYGNE, WHICH is MAG
NfFfCENT yALHE-THE SILK CANNOT BE
MANUFACTURED FOR THE PRICE sn
QUOTED-POSHfIYELY WORTH S9c. NNDT
PER YARD. FOR. Observation-Disclosures. WV
Evening star., 1902-01-01
TOMORROW

WE SHALL SELL IS ALI-WOOL TAILOR MADE
kERSEY JACKETS AND FINE ALI~WOOL
PLAID-BACK RAGLANS-HALF-FfTTED BACKS
VELVET COLLARS-THE JACKETS WE ARE
SHOWING in BLACK, NAVY AND CASTOR
FULL p INCHES LONG, HAND de no
s8MEHX 81 WHH sATIS WS dsNEb-ETrHER dESHp 81. .OS
Evening star., 1902-01-01
TOMORROW ONLY

WE SHALL. SELL IS PIECES OF ALL-SILK
BLACK SuRAH-THE QUALITY IS EXCEP-
TIONALLY GoOD-2o INCHES WIDE ~~
AND Is COUNTED Al VALUE FOR ,4WC.
59c.; PER YARD. .................... WV
Evening star., 1902-01-01
TOMORROW ONLY

WE SHALL SELL CHiLDREN'S WHITE APRONS
MADE OF GOOD QUALITY INDIA AN0S-
SOME ARE NJ STifC H E D. 90
OTHERS PLAIN DEEP HEM. AND VC
FULL WIDTH -.....-.........-..-.... 80
Wausau pilot. [volume] (Wausau, Wis.) 1896-1940, 1902-02-25
STYLISH TRICKS wrrn PRINCESS cur AND NEW sTUFFs

not a few dressy uses OF the new striped
and dotted materials. The striped goods
when simply made are less effective than
are the others, and striped stuffs are sure
to be made up fancifully for hot weather.
But the dotted fabrics are effective when
simply made. though il viii be found af
ter close study that the chief feature of
the trimming usually Is newly stylish or
entirely novel. An unusual arrangement
OF ACCORDION pleated black chiffon did
much for the gown Of white foulard dot
ted will green and black that appears ST
the left in the first group. The other
gown OF this picture was an illustration
OF the manner in which house dresses
foreshadow summer tricks in trimming
Here were pale blue nuns yelling trim
med with black lace and insertion Just
as dresses Of summer silks viii be trina
med Eve months from now, though allow
ance should be made for summer colors.
That may mean white or cream f'Jg the
lace. or some tint. as much tinted lace
is being sold
Very plainly the princess gown must be
considered in summer planning. both for
afternoon and evening gowns. Ii IS m
usually numerous in the display gowns
L aiwayS is more conspicuous in show
windows than its ultimate acceptance
warrants. but now K i more impressive
than usual. Ii is beautiful in hne white
basiste deliberately embroidered and trim
med with Irish lace. the lace bordering
the skirt IL a deep band. the embroidery
forming A deep collar Pretty summer
gowns are made princess % he numerous
Wausau pilot. [volume] (Wausau, Wis.) 1896-1940, 1902-02-25

gold, S2yx or comedians require only &
strons pin attached to them to turn them
into useful as well as ornamental hat
pjas.
The latest designs in fancy underskirts
fare more than ever ar the lower edge.
while the upper part fits as closely as pos
sible. ACCORDION plating is much used
to obtain the fare. The finest Of these
skirts are fastened with buttons, but the
majority are finished with drawstrings
Plain rich silks are now becoming fash
ionable These are said TO be especially
well adapted 10 the prevailing styles Of
costumes and those in touch with the
spring styles claim that while the mate
rial used win be new the styles IN the cut
of costumes viii remain almost the same
Four varieties OF sleeves are seen.
though one OF these is practically no
sleeve. being merely a finish for the arm
hole. A second is styled the short sleeve
and appears but rarely. The third. the
popular one. is the elbow sleeve. and the
fourth Is s long. transparent sleeve seen
chiefly on dinner gowns
Among the notable revivaIs in the
smaller accessories Of dress IS the pear.
buckle. These quaint reminders are in
tended 10 lend their pure beauty to the
establishment OF belts and waist ribbons
generally. But there are smaller ones
which may be used for various purposes
Who knows bur among the other old
fashioned fzds we shall see these is1tle
buckles used to clasp black velvet wziz.
AID arm ribbons.
Wausau pilot. [volume] (Wausau, Wis.) 1896-1940, 1902-02-25

In great variety. Fancy stripes and polka
dots Of different sizes and colors are nu-
merous. A new idea in foulards consists
of punches of flowers ON a black and
white ground A white ground scattered
over with varied sized black polka dots
has punches of pink roses or azaleas at
rather wide intervals The effect is very
novel and rather pretty. Black foulards
with bright punches of flowers scattered
over them are new, yet recall the Dolly
Warden silks of years ago.
The winters fashions that were based
on the modes prevailing in the days of
Louis will continue into spring. The most
noticeable change in them being an ac-
centuation of their elaborateness. There
is, too, a tendency toward oddity, this
being merely a result of the search for
complexity, but at times becoming quite
freakish. 1t is possible, however, to have
the Louis jacket highly complicated, yet
in the best of taste, and examples OF this
character are not infrequept among the
show gowns. One of them is sketched in
to-day's pictures, a front view of the
jacket appearing in the initial, the whole
being seen from the rear in the first
group. This jacket was heavy black satin
appliqued and embroidered with pale pink
chiffon flowers and green silk floss. It's
surplice bodice was white batiste over
white chiffon. Cream lace and fancy
buttons were other decorations. White
crepe de chine, cream lace and white and
silver cording gave the skirt of this gown.
In contrast to the Louis costumes are