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Evening star., 1902-03-12
Congress the Sinner.
From the Boston Transcript


The quality Of Washingtons water sup
ply is an ever fertile theme with the carl
caturists Of the capital They scarcely ex-
aggerate when they depict rope Of mud
issuing from faucets and tangling up the
occupant of a bathtub, or represent cut
ting off the water supply" as an operation
performed with knife Washington's water
varies in color from pea soup to consomme.
1t is not fit to drink, and it soils rather
than cleanses. Congress has been wrestling
with the problem for years, and at its
last session got SO far as to appropriate
money for a slow sand filtration plant.
The land required has been purchased. but
the appropriation for the equipment Is still
20 be made, and with the best speed possi-
BILE it may be years before Washington has
as good water as that habitually supplied
to the people of Boston. Washington pa
pers say that the matter is one of national
interest, and that the country should come
to the rescue of the capital.
Congress is indeed the sinner. The people
t1ons. Unlike citizens of other American
cities, they cannot take the settlement of
the matter into their own hands. They are
governed by about 45O legislators, not one of
whom they choose, and they have to beg,
entreat and persuade to obtain so simple a
boon as clear water. In it's present condi-
t!on the Washington water might cause the
millions Of men who expect to be President
of the United States to prefer steady jobs
in grocery stores in communities whose
water supplies are neither offensive to the
eye nor to the palate.
Evening star., 1902-03-12
Look to the Trees.
From the Philadelphia North American.

F TOM rne FnHaueIpnM NOrth AmeFIcan.
The city forester warns the public OF
danger threatened by parasites and urges
the citizens of Philadelphia to take meas
ures to avert the destruction Of shade
trees. He says:
1.-THE public should appreciate the worth
Of a small amount of work done at the
proper time in regard to this matter. A
little labor now will effeetually destroy the
pests"
The warning and the appeal will be un-
needed this year as in years past, and the
pests will increase and go on with their
work Of destruction and irretrievable dam
age to the city. Here and there citizen In
whom public spirit Is not dead may try to
save the trees in front of his own place, but
hts lethargic neighbors will not cooperate.
and his unaided efforts will be unproductiye
of apprecable benefit.
Evening star., 1902-03-12
A Chance for the Arbitrators.

The first good chance for the arbitration
committee of the National Civic Fedora
ton. headed by Senator Hanna, to inter-
vene for peace In great labor disturbance
arises in connection with the strike of the
teamsters of Boston, which is rapidly as
Stunning large proportions. Mayor Collins,
according to report, has wired Senator
Hanna asking for the good offices of the
body which he heads. while the state board
of arbitration is maneuvering fruitlessly
around the edges of the questions involved
This strike contains the possibilities Of
serious disorder and far-reaching results
The complete stoppage Of the transporta-
tion of freight Of all kinds may affect the
food supply of Boston within a few days.
The largest business interests of the whole
eastern portion of New England are GER
tain to be affected disastrously by even a
week of suspension. The case calls for
prompt and radical treatment.
The issues of the strike are remote the
breach being Immediately caused by the
refusal of certain teamsters to work in
connection with non-union men. There
have been grievances between the employ
ers and the men pending for several weeks,
without settlement, even though the state
board sought a way out of the trouble.
IhlS showing would seem to demonstrate
the failure of the ordinary methods of ar
bitration. Moral suasion apparently will
not cause either side to yield while there
is a chance of a resort to the ultimate
weapons Of lockout or strike. Both
siCes continue to bluff until one of them
weakens or breaks out in radical action.
Then the community pays, as The Star sug-
gested yesterday in connection with the
Norfolk street car strike.
To be effective arbitration should be COM
puisOry on large as we'll as small issues
and the rulings Of the body designated by
the law to consider such matters Should
be binding. enforcible by the courts and
the cOnstabulary powers OF government.
This is one Of the first purposes Of social
organization. The people build navies and
maintain armies to defend them against
possible attack by foreign foes, and. re-
lyins upon those safeguards, are pune
tilious in demanding that entire respect be
paid to them as a nation. At the same
time they leave open a door through which
domestic troubles of a far more serious
kind may at any time enter. The marvel
Of the situation is that so many object les
sens Of the absolute need Of a reliable
barrier between the community and the
evils Of Industrial disturbance have been
passed unheeded.
Evening star., 1902-03-12

upstairs into what then seemed to be ade-
quate accommodations. The court Itself has
not grown in numbers since then. but its
importance and especially its business
have greatly increased. until In terms of
modern accommodation and dignity its
home is utterly inadequate.
The present proposition will give to this
court a home distinctly Individual It will
have a court room which will permit an ap-
propriately large >assemblage of spectators
as well as those officially ana professionally
in attendance. In addition there should be
In such building consultation rooms and
robing rooms for the justices. separate
suite of offices for each justice and ample
accommodations for the officers of their
court with their STATS and files. The Law
Library itself calls for larger allotment OF
space than is possible in the present suite
in the Capitol. 1t is easily to be seen that
dignified, adequate provision OF space for
all the legitimate needs Of the court will
aggregate into q considerable establish
ment, which the great dignity and import
ance of the court demand with as little de-
lay as possible.
The location of the proposed building, in
the immediate vicinity Of the Capitol, is
desired for many reasons, apart from the
requirements of the grand scheme of the
park commission to surround the Capitol
park with series of public structures. The
personal convenience of senators and rep
resentatives who practice before that court
has always been materially conserved by
the fact that the court was under the same
roof with the houses. For some years this
factor tended with others to prevent the
successful development of the plan for
separate building. But it seems now agreed
by all that the time has passed for such a
close partnership of the legislative and
highest judicial branches of the govern
ment. and a separation is demanded in the
practical interests Of both. More room is
needed in the Capitol for the use of the
houses. and. as shown. much more room is
absolutely required by the court
Evening star., 1902-03-12
Suppress the Curb-Stons Idlers.

i
The police order to enforce the regulation
prohibiting lettering on the streets viii re-
ceive the hearty commendation Of prac-
tically the entire community. The prac-
tlce OF idlers standing In front Of places of
public resort Is annoying to all others, irre-
spective Of sex. Women Of refinement are
at times subjected to an insolent ogfing
while passing In or out OF theaters. con-
cert halls. stores. and even churches The
psssageway IL sometimes blocked by the
curbstone crew until ingress and egress to
such places Is difficult. On certain inn
pcrtant thoroughfares this practice Is car
ried to an extreme during the busiest Of
the shopping hours. often interfering with
the transaction Of business 1t is distinctly
contrary to the law and violation of the
rules OF good conduct It should not be
necessary to actually apply the law In its
Evening star., 1902-03-12

A lady member of the Astor family is
credited with the statement that in order
to b. a gentlemap it is necessary to have
q college education. This is discouraging
estimate. for great many men who are
deservedly distinguished did not go
through college; and a number of men got
through college without being conspicuous
IL educated
Evening star., 1902-03-12
No Gentleman.

The poet is a ruthless churl-
He singeth to his lady love
About her eyebrow and her curl;
Likewise her eyes, like stars above.
And as his passion she divines,
She readeth in tender tone,
And thinketh that those gallant lines
Were wrought for her and her alone.
And that some jingling, weary-wit
CTis sacrilege, so do not laugh.
Taketh that "pome" and selleth It
For seven dollars and a half.
Evening star., 1902-03-12
Misanthropic ANALYSIS.

II am against the aristocrats!' exclaimed
the man with longish hair and irascble de-
neanor.
''Oh. there are some aristocrats who are
very nice fellows They are as a rule not
nearly so naughty and over-bearing as
some Of the people who are occasionally
permitted to associate with them
Evening star., 1902-03-12

The Beers are accused Of wearing Eng
lish uniforms when making an attack.
Having availed themselves of English food
and ammunition on every possible occa-
sion, they see no reason for drawing the
line at clothes
Evening star., 1902-03-12

full measure suddenly in order to work a
wholesome reform. A few admonitioAe
ought to suffice. But II kindly suggestion
does not clear the walks and curbs Of the
offenders the police must be relied upon to
give strict heed to the new order and carry
fragrant cases into court.
Evening star., 1902-03-12

Preparations are under way at Rochester
to celebrate appropriately the approaching
eighty-second anniversary of Susan B.
Anthony's birth. Miss Anthony has never
been unwilling to testify frankly to her
years. and she seems to have gained stead
lily In the esteem of people as those years
have increased.
Evening star., 1902-03-12
A Coincidence.
rn the Miiwaukee Sentinel.

Frcn the Milwaukee Sentinel.
The decree OF the Dowager Empress of
China which does away with the fashion
OF little feet ID indeed significant, coming
as 1t does immediately after the announce
ment that President Harper has sent an
emissary to the orient to advertise the ad-
yantages OF the University Of Ehicaso.
Evening star., 1902-03-12
Important Considerations

Important Considerations.
Concerning modern literature,
It has been sadly limited
That less depends on what is writ
Than how its bound and printed.
'Who Is the responsible man in this
ffrm?" asked the brusque visitor.
Il don't know who the responsible party
is answered the sad. cynical Office boy.
But am the one who is always to blame.'
Evening star., 1902-03-12
Menelik, Approach!

From the Chicago Record Herald.
King Menelik Of Abyssinia wants to
visit the st. Louis exposition. Come on
king. We're getting SO used to entertain
ing royalty that We'll know how to give
you the time of your life.
Evening star., 1902-03-12

The sultan is in doubt whether he ought
to lie low in this brigandage case OR start
after the Bulgarians and try to get some
Of the money away from them.
Evening star., 1902-03-12

Every Chinese official Is deeply indignant
when some other official Is accused of get
ting money ilegitimately. Chinese poll
ticians are very much like those Of other
cou MT
Evening star., 1902-03-12

There are times when thoughtful Cana
dams. in contemplating England's possible
beIigerent complications. wish they had
been annexed to the United States years
q
Evening star., 1902-03-12

BY keeping a scrap book OF the pictures
printed In this country Prince Henry can
take home q very nice family album.
Evening star., 1902-03-12

Mr.. Jones of Toledo has been silent 30
long that he is liable to be subjected to the
humiliation of having somebody ask who
he is
Evening star., 1902-03-12
New Pictures
AT Special Prices.

Purchased under. price and offered
accordingly. Nice for Easter gifts.
Large Etchngs. matted. and in broad gilt frames
with ornamented corners-a variety of landscape
and other scenes. i
$I.o5. Regular price, $500.
Holland Poster Pictures entirely new, in col
ors. broad wood frames. with ornamented corners.
$I.oo. Regular price, $I.5o.
Game Pictures in broad oak frames suitable
for dining room-a variety of subjects.
87c. Regular price, $I.5o.
Fourth floor.
Evening star., 1902-03-12
The Little Things.

"Bliggins says he believes that success
depends on paying attention to the little
things"
"Yes." answered Miss Cayenne. ST have
noticed that he attaches a great deal OF
attention to his own opinions"
Evening star., 1902-03-12

Prince Henry viii now go home and get a
nights sleep and some plain cooking.
Evening star., 1902-03-12

Naturally France feels little piqued at
finding 1t necessary to put the Panama
canal back on the bargain counter.
Evening star., 1902-03-12
Nine-Cent Cotton.

From the ST. Louis Globe Democrat.
Nine-cent cotton. with payment in gold,
is a far better bargain for the south than
the arrangement it voted for in 1896 and
1900
Evening star., 1902-03-12
A Question Of Range.

From the st. Louis Staf.
The Washington Star says: 'As trouble,
maker, both AT long and short range Spain
still holds the record" So long as Il Ii
confined to short range the world can
stand Il.
Evening star., 1902-03-12

Germany is now sympathizing with Eng
land tn connection with the Boer war. SYM
pathy fs sometimes very irritating.
Evening star., 1902-03-12
Gunboat Needed.

From the Boston Herald.
OF course, Turkey denies all responsible
ity for the kidnapping Of the missionary.
That Is the Turks way. It takes a gun
boat to bring Turkey up to the scratch.
Evening star., 1902-03-12

Senator Tillman and Senator McLaurin
might be made the nucleus for commit
tee on olive branches.
Evening star., 1902-03-12

Mr.. Bryan is inclined to suspect that SO
far as political recognition Is concerned the
pen is not mightier than the voice.
Evening star., 1902-03-12
Beers Still Fichfiuo

From the Hartford Post.
This talk about the ending Of the war in
South Africa doesn't emanate from Boer
sources
Evening star., 1902-03-12
Delay.

From the Chicago Tribune.
There is too much OF this manana bust
ness in starting the Cuban reciprocity pro-
cesgiOn.
Evening star., 1902-03-12
MARCH China Sale.

Our Annual March China Sale begins Thursday at
which time shall offer unusual values dainty China and choice
Cockey The goods constituting the various items
from regular stock which, in order close before the
weather. decided reductions prices In
cuded also special items from leading which have been
able to purchase a reduction for this sale.
The opportunity thus afforded is unusual and of interest
petors boarding housekeepers generally
We quote few OF the many excellent values and invite
ton.
Evening star., 1902-03-12
SHOOTING STARS.
Very Difficult.

Don't you sometimes find it difficult to
be absolutely conscientious In your art?'
YES" answered the emotional actress.
If were to do one-half the things the
press agent credits me with doing, I would
not have time for eating or sleeping"
Evening star., 1902-03-12
Woodward & L0thr0p.
New Yorl-WASHINGTON-Pars.
Easter Cards, Booklets, Novelties-First Floor
Displaying, for the French Opera,

Thursday and Following Days of the Week.
Paris
of
exquisite
kerchiefs
Necklaces; Pearl and Enamel Glasses, etc.
Many Exclusive Novelties elsewhere.
Evening star., 1902-03-12
English Barefoot Sandals

For women
sensible morning The
practically substantial light soft for the ankle
for the great
show Sandals n all sizes and styles
eDept-Th fuu. f.-ae4. ~
April Designer Patterns and Pattern Sheets Ready.
Guaranteed Sewing Machines, S10.50 to $40.
Woodward & Lothrop.
Evening star., 1902-03-12
Individual Furniture.

Several unusually interesting val
ues in Window Seats, Morris Chairs,
Chifoniers and Bamboo Chairs and
Book Racks.
Solid Oak Window Seats or Stools, strongly made,
nicely upholstered in figured yeours; also very
handy for for foot rest with Morris chairs, or
as seats for desks, dressing tables. etc.
SIPS each.
special lot Of Golden Oak Morris Chairs with
spring seat. broad arms. shaped back, brass rod
and four adjustments fitted with hair-filled cush
ions, covered with figured velour.
$S.45 each.
Regular price, $1,000.
Strong and durable Bamboo Book Racks, %
inches wide, 80 inches high, with four highly pol
fsked hardwood shelves. inches deep.
SIPS each.
Regular price, $I75.
Neat Bamboo Corner Chairs, strongly made,
nicely finished, wen braced. matting-covered seat
"a special value.
$I.oo each.
Regular price, $I.75. ~.
Solid Oak Chiffoniers, with solid posts, Eve large
drawers, ornamental back piece and highly pol
ished.
$500 each.
Fourth floor.
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SI.oO each.
Regular price, $I.75.
Fourth floor
More New GO=Carts.

Recent arrivals give us by far the
most extensive and complete line of
Go-Carts we have ever shown. All
the new improvements are represent
ed; the designs are neat and attrac-
tive; and the values are very much
better than ever before. Our line of
Roll-body Carts-which, by the way.
is the most durable body made-is
especially interesting. Prices range
from
$500 to $4,000.
In connection with our Go-carts we show q very
complete ne al Full roll body Rattan Baby Car
riages. with green enameled running gear. patent
brake rubbertire wheels, removable corduroy cush-
ions and white satin parasni. Prices range from
$II.oo to $I7.oo.
Feirth 6o0r.
Evening star., 1902-03-12
Growth Of Republican Ideas.

After all, what does the courting Of
American favor by European powers mean
but a recognition of the silent. steady and
Irresistible growth Of republican ideas?
Evening star., 1902-03-12
Oklahoma's Confidence.

From the UkIah0ma State Capital.
That territory Of Jefferson bill Is being
pushed on behalf Of the Indian territory
people It will all be Oklahoma some day.
though.
Evening star., 1902-03-12
travelling Goods
Department.

Travelling Goods
Department.
The attention of those going south
or contemplating a trip abroad is di-
rected to our new stock of
Trunks, Bags and
Other Equipments
For tourists, which is complete to
the mlnutest detail. All Trunks,
both in regular and extra sizes, are
made especially for us, of the best
materials and in the best possible
manner. Prices are the lowest for
first quality goods.
Our Special Skirt Trunk is very convenient and
easy TO pack: made Of thoroughly seasoned base
iron Stat and corner clamps; four twelve Inch
hinges that extend the top double dowel boIfs
on either end and In front; heavy box and valance
clamps; No. o Taylor bolts; top tray with COM
partments for carrying waists and hats; thres
lower skirt trays, with tapes hold In place;
cellent value.
Evening star., 1902-03-12
pS.45 eacI
Regular price, $1,000.

Strong and durable Bamboo Book Racks. %
inches wide, 80 inches hfgh with four highly pol
isked hardwood shelves. inches deep.
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Regular price, $I.75.

Neat Bamboo Corner Chairs, strongly made.
nicely finished wen braced, mating covered seat
"a Special va ue.
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special lot Of Golden Oak Morris Chairs. with
spring seat. broad arms. shaped back. brass rod
and four adjustments, fitted with hair-fled cush-
ions, covered with figured velour.
Evening star., 1902-03-12
Fancy Sugar and

Fancy sugar and
Cream Sets.
We offer about six dozen Fancy
Sugar and Cream Sets, in pat
terms which we are to discontinue
We quote a few items and invite an
inspection.
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$3.50 per Set.
These Were $3.50.

Also one lot of Tinted Jardinieres
and Pedestals to match, in very
pretty effects, to close, at
S2.75 per Set.
These Were $3.50.
Fifth noOr
Evening star., 1902-03-12

cession.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-07

A ]. PORTER,
~~opuxv.AT.I,Aw AND NOTARY PUBLIC
Special attention given 10 the
oil business.
st. Marys, W. We,
A,r~oatAe she Peasants County Bank. les ~
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-07
STEWART NT11IlR[D
Talk of Pennsylvania For
Commander In Chief Of
G. A. r.
PITTSBURG BOOM LIKELY SMALL
Probably Will Not Get Next Encamp-
caIiforniano Making Strong
Effort to Get 1t For San Francisco.
Opening Exercises Held Yesterday.

Washington, Oct. There are
five places mentioned for the next
encampment of the Grand Army:
Atlantic City, Saratoga Springs, Los
Angeles, San Francisco and PittsDurg.
1t is believed that the Pittsburg boom
will be of small dimensions. Inc
Californians are making an active eI'
fort to get the Grand Army to visit
San Francisco next year. Los Angeles
and San Francisco are working TO-
gether.
The candidates for COMMANDMENTS
chief most frequently mentioned are
General John 0. Black, Of Chicago;
John McElroy, of this city; General
Daniel E. Sickles. of New York, and
General Thomas j. Stewart, Of Norris
town, Pa.
Many trainloads of people had ar
rived during the day and it is now
quite certain that the anticipations
Of an exceptionally large attendance
will be realized.
Washington, Oct. THE cere-
monies incident to the beginning of
the thirty-sixth encampment Of the
Grand Army OF the Republic, which
commenced here yesterday, were
varied in character, and mostly only
semi-offlcial. The only formal pro-
ceeding Of the day was the dedication
OF Camp Roosevelt, the tent city on
the White House grounds, which viii
be the headquarters Of the several
corps organizations during the week.
The ceremonies there consisted OF a
number of addresses by men Of ma
tional reputation. the chief speech be-
ing delivered by Secretary Hay.
For the rest, the old soldiers busted
themselves largely in renewing the
acquaintance Of 40 years and in man
ifesting their appreciation OF the well
come extended to them by the Capital
City. or this welcome they found
generous evidences on every hand.
The events OF the day outside the ded-
ication ceremonies at Camp Roose-
welt included a fine regatta on the
Potomac, an attractive automobile pa
rade, an interesting procession by the
Red Men Of this city and neighboring
cities, and camp fires last evening.
Commander-in-Chief Torrance and his
staff kept open house all day at the
Ebbitt house and received many hun
dreds of callers.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1902-10-07
STRIKE CLAUSE IN LEASES.
Coal Company So Says, Talking Of
Mandamus Idea.

New York, Oct John B. Kerr,
general counsel for the New York, On
tario and Western railroad, speaking
Of the report from Boston that GER
tain New England owners of coal
mining properties in the anthracite
fields in Pennsylvania that are held
under lease by the operators, are
talking of beginning suit to break the
leases because their royalties have
stopped since the strike began, had
this to say last night OF the matter:
In the first place, there are very
few New England owners OF coal
lands in Pennsylvania Then, all the
leases, so far as / know, contain
strike clauses. They provide that in
case of a strike, when the lessee IS
willing to pay the prevailing wages
to his employees, he is excused from
the payment of royalties during the
strike.
"The leases also provide that the
lessees are excused from paying the
royalties in case Of an accident at a
mine that prevents the mining OF
coal, or in case trouble en- the rail-
roads makes ii impossible to trans
port the COAL
In other words, all the leases /
know anything aooUt place the lessee
in the position Z which he owner
would be placed if he vage operating
the mines.
IF an oIerator setc~-ss - cut the
wages of his men to less nan the
prevailing wages and they strike, he
is not excused Dy the strike clause.
But In the present instance the op.
orators are willing TO pay the pre-
yaiIlng wages and are excused from