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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
Fuel for the Districts Poor.

The suggestion that the people of WASH
ngton who are not themselves pinched for
means at this season contribute to a fuel
fund for the aid of the poor of the District
should and probably will elicit a prompt
and generous response. Heretofore when
ever such calls for aid for the unfortupates
have been issued the charitable citizens of
Washington have answered in ample meas
ure- This time the necessity is urgent
The cold days are close at hand and the
roor people are practically unprovided with
fuel anAhave no means of buying it. They
cannot possibly afford to pay the prices
demanded for hard coal and many of them
have no gas in their houses. Oil burners
cost an initial outlay heavier than the aver
age wOrkingman can pay. Wood is dear
and becoming more So 1t is heart rending
to contemplate the result of a cold snap
while the coal famine lasts
Contributions to such a fund may pinch
the givers more now than ever before ow-
Ing to the generally high prices for ne
cessities, which all classes feel But it is
not to be believed that this fact will pre-
vent the raising of a sum sufficient to pre-
vent actual suffering among the poor A
few hundred dollars given now will tide
over the unfortLnates. 1t Will not do to
wait IN the hope of an early settlement
OF the strike, for even if mining is imme-
diately resumed sufficient coal to meet the
demands cannot possibly be put into the
market in season to avert distress. Money
must be placed in the hands of the Citi-
zens Relief Association forthwith in suf-
ficient amount to enable that body to pur-
chase soft coal, wood or oil for the prospec-
tive sufferers.
Those Washingtonians who can give Will
not allow their poorer fellow citizens to
suffer cold or disease for the lack Of fuel.
They will promptly and in generous meas
ure give of their surplus and be assured of
an economical and effective distribution of
the funds thus provided
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
The Local Judicial Vacancy.

With the converting of the October term
of the District Supreme Court the need of
filling the vacancy on the District bench
becomes urgent and imperative. The Presi-
dent should take the time, even while i'm
portant national issues are pressing upon
him, to dispose of this appointment, meet
ing promptly his official obligation In the
matter, and setting in full motion the local
Judicial machinery, now clogged and ham
pered. 1t is the universal hope of the peo-
pie of Washington that the President will
recognize the precedents and equities in
the selection of Justice Bradiey's successor
and appoint District lawyer. Every con-
sheraton of fair play and Of genuine In
terest in the capitals welfare suggests and
commends such an appointment.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
Mr.. CIeveland's Interview.

Mr. CleyeIand's contribution to the cam
paign Is certain to excite widespread COM
ment. We shall hear both from those who
admire and still follow him. and from those
who have never held and do not now hold
a high opinion of his wisdom or leader
ship.
BY the latter we shall be reminded that
Mr. Cleveland led his party into the ditch
on the tariff question. as the result partly
of his unfamiliarity with the question, and
partly because Of his vacillating course His
free trade message to Congress in Deem
Der, 1887, was followed by an effort on his
part to commit the party In the next year 8
national convention to a tariff deliverance
of another kind; and in 1892 his closest
friends at Chicago urged instead of the
tariff plank that was adopted there an ex-
preston of very much milder nature. He
was willing to stand for either an extreme
or a conservative plank, he did during the
campaign stand for an extreme plank, and
afterwards when in office quarreled with the
party's leaders in Congress who were busy
with the tariff subject.
Be this as it may, Mr.. Cleveland is right
now in putting the tariff question ahead of
all other questions. That undoubtedly Is Its
Legitimate position. 1t has been made para
mount Dy a nlSNeT power lLitii ihdt cAei-
cised by any of the politicians or all of them
together The Dingley law is associated
with the countrys extraordinary develop
ment. 1t bears directly upon the coun-
try's phenomenal prosperity. The issue Of
Imperialism was a myth, and could do no
substantial service as against few rays of
real daylight. But the tariff Issue has body.
1t moves and speaks with our daily bust
ness transactions. Wherever a counter is
used and ledger kept there the tariff is
also.
The great majority of the people have
constant reminders that in certain directions
the Dingey law has accomplished the pur-
poses of it's authors. For that reason they
want 1t revised. and naturally they look to
the party now in power to do the work.
They are not asking for the destruction of
the policy of protection where that policy
Is still justifying its existence, but only to
be relieved of burdens for which there Is
no sort of excuse. The republican party
cannot afford to decline to perform this
service. 1t can perform 1t without any
peril whatever to the welfare of any Ameri-
can industry. 1t Is face to face with an
imperative duty and a great opportunity
and Its future very largely depends upon its
decision in the premises.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
The Diplomatic Service.

The latest diplomatic changes, considered
with those announced in connection with
the transfer Of Ambassador Tower to
Berlin. show a gratifying tendency on
the part of this government to make
the best use Of the men whom it has
employed for foreign representation. The
policy Of appointing a man to certain
post and keeping him there regardless Of
considerations of fitness or of his efficiency
with the government to which he is ac-
credited marked the old days when the
diplomatic service was regarded as field
for the granting of political rewards. The
sole consideration was 'spoils." If an ap-
pointee resigned another new man was
chosen and showed into his place. Men sell
dom served longer than four years, and re-
manned in the same places throughout their
term.
Unfortunately, even yet there is danger
that practically the entire diplomatic corps
may be changed when the party in power
steps down and Is succeeded by the OPP
position. But while one party Is in power
especially for longer period than four
years, far better use Is made Of the men
chosen for these important assignments
than heretofore. Vacancies in the import
ant grades are filled by assignments rather
than new appointments. Now men are tried
out in the minor ranks of the service
sometimes even as secretaries. before they
are sent to the more important capitals.
By this process the chances Of mistakes
are greatly reduced. If 1t could be con-
tinued despite the shiftings of parties, the
American diploma tic service would become
second to none in the world for its ability,
its adaptability and its prestige.
The reform of the diplomatic service
however along these lines, Is not more i'm
portant than that of the consular service.
The latter may become even more import
ant as the trade of the United States con-
tinues to grow. There is today, despite the
great gains which have been made of late,
a serious need of greater permanence in
this branch Of the public service. There
should be more shifting about in the inter-
ests of the best selection. more care In the
training of consuls, more attention paid to
their special fitness to represent the COM
mercial interests Of this country. Various
plans Of consular reform have been ad-
vanced. notably that Of Mr.. James T. Du
Bois of this city, and for several years sue
cessful as consul general at st. Gall, SwitZ-
erland His recommendations, which have
been noted at length in The Star, form the
basis for a practical advancement toward
the ideal of consular efficiency.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
Mine Coal!
From the PHILADELPHIA presa


Mine coal! This was the command of the
people. This command has been obeyed
by the operators. 1t must be accepted by
the miners. The settlement now before the
country has no other basis and could have
no better Many men have worked for it.
but the mastering force has been the peo-
pies demand-mine coal! All obstacles
must yield to this imperious and impera-
tive demand. Coal Is wanted. Schools are
closed. Health is impaired. The poor are
suffering Industries are stopped Fac
tories are closed. All suffer. Mine coal!
Settle differences by arbitration later, as
proposed. These are the orders of the
American people. No one can mistake them
and no man or men can safely disobey
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
Mr.. Mitchell's Turn Now.
From the New York Herald.

From the New York Herald
1t is not conceivable that Mr. Mitchell
and his lieutenants will refuse this offer
since 1t does not differ materially from that
submitted by themselves at the recent con-
ference in Washington. They proposed to
resume work provided all the issues should
be submitted to the decision Of President
Roosevelt and a commission to be ap-
pointed by him. They were willing to leave
the President absolutely untrammelled in
the selection of the men to compose this
commission. whereas the coal operators
propose that it shall consist of five mem
bers. each of whom shall be chosen by Mr.
Roosevelt from the ranks of men having
special knowledge of mining, the coal
trade, the law or the condition of the work.
ing masses.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
Get Together!


From the New York Tribune
There is substantial agreement between
the strike propositions, that of the opera
tors differing from that of the strikers in
no respect hostile to the rights Of the lat
ter, but on the other hand, making conces-
sions to the strikers far beyond what most
men will be inclined to think are the re-
quirements of equity. 1t is a singularly
generous offer, made in the interest Of the
public welfare to stop a costly and dis
tressing strike and to re-establish amicable
relations between workingmen and their
employers. 1t deserves to be accepted
promptly and unhesitatingly. It's accept
ance can be prevented by only an unrea-
sonable and captious perversity, such as
we should not expect to find in men Of in
telligence and judgment
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
A New York Philosopher.

1t is always a pleasure to salute a philoso-
pher. Hugh Mclaughlin is a veteran New
York politician who AS an organizer and
manager has achieved local distinction. He
Is a neighbor OF Bird 8. Coler, and was in
strumental in bringing about the latters
nomination for governor Since then Mr..
hcLaughlln's name has been mentioned in
connection with the seat in the Senate now
occupied by Mr.. Plat The purpose evident
ly was TO increase the activity of Mr. Nc
Laughlin's friends in the campaign The
veteran leader, however. thinks little of the
play. and says this to an interviewer:
This is silly story that am going to
be candidate for United States senator
II the democrats carry the legislature. The
democrats can't carry the legislature If
they did | wouldn't go to the United States
Senate. If l could find a man who could
prove that he really believed 1 would. I'd
give him $4,000.
These reasons they give ara nonsspsa
I've been good many years here In Brook
lyn. always living in democratic districts.
I've never felt any ambition to be a law
maker If / had l might have been elected
to the legislature. I've got my home here
now, just as / want it. I'm going to live In
Ii the rest of my life. l wouldn't change It
to be United States senator or anything
else. l couldn't be induced to go to the
United States Senate under any conceivable
circumstances
Here is a man of wisdom. He Is verging
upon eighty As ne says. he has never had
an ambition be a Iawmaker and conse-
qrently knows nothing about the subject.
Why at his time OF life take up something
SO new and so.yery difficult? Why break up
his settled habits and comforts and occu-
pations for the stir and bother of official life
In post OF great responsibility In his
home and in his capacity of party adviser
he Is useful man. and derives pleasure
from his associations. He sits at the head
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
MiSanthropv,

The squirrel climbeth up tree
And hoardeth there dainty store,
And he will feast with placid glee'
When fruit and sunshine are no more.
He doth not talk in tones of grief
With friends about the price of beef.
The polar bear through arctic snow
His way doth all serenely track,
Because his overcoat you know
Is growing safely on his back.
He never has to fret his soul
With guessing at the price Of coal.
But /. biped featheriess,
Must labor with these problems dire,
And struggle 'gainst the weathers stress
While others peacefully retire.
Oh. were it not a fate more fair
To be a squirrel or a bear?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
Mr.. Knox on Trusts.

The address Of Mr.. Knox at Pittsburg last
night will command attention for three rea-
sons: ul He is the Attorney General of the
United States, CD he Is lawyer of the
frst class. and CD he has given a great
deal of attention in his private practice to
commercial law. His views as to trusts
therefore cannot but be valuable. II law
,yers OF the higher grade in both parties and
in all sections win address themselves TO
this subject and give the public the benefit
of their conclusions the country win greatly
benefit. A,speech on that text by Mr.. Knox
or Mr.. Oiney 10 worth q thousand deliver
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
The Soft Coal Swindle.
From the Brooklyn Citizen.

FroH the Brooklyn Citizen.
There Is no more reason why the price of
soft coal should be $3.50 a ton today than
there was before the anthracite strike be-
gan, when II was $3.50 ton. Wages OF
soft coal miners have not been increased.
Transportation to tidewater or to the west
costs no more. More soft coal is being
mined than before, and there - practically
no limit to the amount that can be mined
or to the amount that can be- transported.
Tho simple truth u that base advantage
IS being taken BY the soft coal trust to
swindle the people by extertine over three
times the ordinary price from them.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
Notions and
Dressrmakers' Supplies.

OH SSSAAAaASAo oAPpaASSs
Little things that all women need
for the sewing room or dressing ia
BILE. The qualities are first-class
The prices, which are no higher
but frequently lower-than inferior
sorts bring, are due to the fact that
we buy in vast quantities, direct from
the makers.
Extra fine quality Double Serge Betting. 7Sc. pee
Brush Skirt Facing, with velveteen top, Toe.
yard $1.10 dozen yards.
Tape, 36-yard piece, 18c.
Basnr Cotton &c. Dozen
Collar Foundations, round or pointed, 15c each.
Angora Skirt Braid, 5-yard piece, 10c.; SLIGO
dozen pieces.
Prussian Seam Binding 2Oc. piece; $2.25 dozen
pieces
Sewing SILK, 1OO-yard spool, &C. each; 9Oc. dozen.
Hand sewing Silk, 50-yard spool, &c. each; Doc.
dozen spOols.
American Pins Sc paper: SOC. dozen papers.
Tomato Pin Cushions. Zoe. each.
w. &. L. Odor1ess Dress Shields, No. 8, 10c.
pair; So IL dozen pairs.
Lisle Loom Web. 12-yard piece 65c-
Inside Skirt Betting, &c. yard; Soc. dozen yards.
Tape Measures, 80 inches, &c. each; &c. Dozen
Collar Foundations, &c: each
No-Gape Buttons. Sc. dozen: 90c. gross.
Hook and Eye Tape 15c yard.
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paul KelYer." hx Jerome
Fall and Winter Books.

A catalogue containing about two
hundred titles of new books to be
published between now and the holi-
days has been prepared, and we shall
be pleased to have you call at our
Book Department and secure it, or
we will mail copy free on request.
This list embraces all the irnpor-
tant works Of fiction that will appear
soon, and will be very valuable as
reference list.
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First floor.
"MOdern
Home Decoration

Is a little booklet issued by Uphol-
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series of practical ideas and up-to-
date suggestions for the beautifica-
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any address.
Especially attractive items in Up
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Bagdad Stripe Couch Covers. in rich and effec-
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Special value, ST.. so each.
Ottoman Reversible Portieres, in rose, red, terra
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$3.50 each. Value, 5000.
Ruaied sateen Sofa Cushions. in pretty floral eff
Special value, soc. each.
scrim Curtain finished with cluny lace and In
sertion.
$500 pair. Value, 5000.
Muslin Bed Sets. with blue and rose borderS
shams to match.
Special value, $3.75 set.
Dentelle Arabe Curtains. in very rich effects
$3.50 a pair. Value, $500.
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bands Of insertion.
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Second floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
The Terms Of Settlement.
From the New York World.


The offer Of unconditional arbitration
made by the coal operators is practically a.
surrender to public opinion and to the ext
gencies Of the situation. Criticism Is made
OF the plan proposed with the sanction Of
PRESIDENT Roosevelt because 1t does not spe-
clncally include representative of the
miners In the proposed tribunal This would
not be in harmony with the principle and
practice of arbitration. and would be OBJ
vlously unfair II 1t were actually carried
out. But the operators do not stipulate
they only Suggest" as to the character Of
the tribunal.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15

ances by the politicians, who for their own
partisan purposes play upon it in way
that beclouds rather than Eliminates. The
trusts exist, and certain OF them exercise
bad influence on our business life. What
the people want Is relief from trust abuses:
and whoever shows the power to be exer-
cised under the Constitution to that end
performs a public service.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15

There is an impression that you are not
taking as much interest in the welfare Of
your constituents as you used to-
We'll" answered Senator Sorghum,
what can they expect. My time is valu-
able. and constituents don't show any dis
position to get together and bid against the
corporations"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
The Magic
Hair Curaer.

A wonderfully simple little device
for curling and waving the hair.
Makes perfect curl in ten to fifteen
minutes, without heat. No pain or
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no possible injury to the hair.
Set OF S in box, 25c.
Demonstration at Notion Depart
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15

One lot Of genuine Water Colors, Land
scape and Marine Views. in fine gold C. ~
frames. Each ................,., pO.OO
One lot Of Large Etchfngs, Landscape and Pas
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One lot of small Oil Paintings, Landscape Scenes,
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One lot of extra large Pastels, Land
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Pictures Framed-and Picture Frames to order.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
Disappointed.

What Is your favorite song?'
4 haven't any,, answered Colonel Still
well Of Kentucky. 'Since 1 found out that
Comm Through the Rye referred to
common little water course, I don't trust
any of EN-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15

Elder Dowie made very difficult expert
ment when he tried to be a prophet Of
Christianity and Napoleon Of finance at
the same time. The quotation about the
rich man and the eye of the needle does not
seem to have been properly brought to his
attention
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15

Apple growers In New York declare that
they will lose millions of dollars worth of
fruit unless the coal situation Is relieved so
as to permit its transportation. In the
meantime the fruit lies rotting on the
ground 1t is a grave economic responsible
ty that confronts the people who are now
conducting negotiations.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15

1t is said that the production of gold In
South Africa will soon exceed 500 600 600
a year This Is calculated to arouse new
resent ment in the men who are permanently
on record for free silver
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
A Treasure.

How do you like the new butler?" asked
Mrs. Cumrox.
Il guess he's all right" answered her
husband. III he makes other people feel as
small as he does me, guess there won't be
any doubt about our guests being duly SEN
sible of our general superiority"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15

Mr.. Coler may be induced to venture upon
a speech-making tour through New York.
Mr. Tom johnson of Ohio will assure him
that this sort of thing makes an exhilarat-
ing pastime
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15

Santos-Dumont has recovered from his
early enthusiasm and now declines to sail
his airship for ss'than $4,000 a trip. San
tos-Dumont would be worse than a steam
ship monopoly if he had chance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15

Even David B. Hill would scarcely under
take to predict what would happen II under
system of government ownership Tam
many should get control of ,--e anthracite
mines.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
A Warning.

Oh. coalman, do not be severe,
But heed this gentle text:
If people freeze to death this year,
They can't buy fuel next.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
SHOOTING STARS.
Gifted.

us your son gifted in any way?" asked
the visitor.
Il should say he is,' answered Mrs.
Corntossel. About everything he has was
give him by u.s.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15

Perhaps General Corbin and Prince Henry
have compared notes in a friendly way to
ascertain whether Europe or America puts
up the best free lunches
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15

One 'ot of small Pastels, Landscape CT m
Scenes, In tilt frames. Each. ........... ply
worn oas lo ef l1Ese paste In deep
One lot Of Carbon Photographs. copies of noted
paintings. in ornamented brown frames to 50 rO
One lot of Pictures, Pharaoh's Horses large
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Fourth floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15

Public taste is returning to Shakespeare.
Even his tragedies are not so serious as
some of the musical comedies which appear.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15

Cuba has not the slightest doubt about
the tarin exerting enormous influence on a
country's prosperity
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-10-15
WOfn1er1's
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Regular price, 25c. pair.
First floor.