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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04
READING THE RETURNS
No Previous Election Drew
Out Such Large Crowds.
THRONG ON THEAVENUE
MULTITUDE IN FRONT OF THE
STAR BUILDING.
Little Enthusiasm Manifested Over the
Results-Motion Pictures Much En-
joyed-Lively College Boys.
THRONG ON THEAVENUE

There is but one reason why more persons
did not assemble in front of The Star office
last night to watch the election returns and
the moving pictures thrown on the big
screens on the avenue side. The streets
would not hold any more!
In years past the broad space between the
north side of the avenue and the post office
steps has held it's thousands, who were
willing to forego the comforts of their
homes to get their election news at first
hand. but it is probable that at no previous
election has such a throng collected in the
same amount of space and remained there
for such a long time as the crowd of last
night. Looking across to the post office
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04
AN IMMIGRATION CONFERENCE.
Plans for More Fully Carrying Out the
Law Discussed

A conference was held this morning in the
office of F. P. Sargent. commissioner gem
eral of immigration. between himself and
his captains, who are stationed throughout
the country. There were present Commits
sioners Williams of New York, Rogers of
Philadelphia, Billings of Boston, Watchorn
of Montreal, Wes of Baltimore, North of
San Francisco, Healy of Vancouver and
Martin of San Juan, P. r.
This meeting of the commissioner general
with his assistants has become an annual
affair since the induction into the office of
Commissioner Sargent, and it may be that
he will decide to make it semi-annual after
the beginning of the next fiscal year. Plans
for the betterment of the immigration serv-
ice were discussed, and each commits sioner
given an opportunity to confer with the
others to methods of work along the
lines laid down blythe laws governing the
bureau.
The question of preventing illegal immi-
grafton through Canadian gatewayS was
considered at great length, this avenue
being favorite one for immigrants from
Europe, as well as Asia, and the cunning
country over the Canadian border sub
hitting to arrest and then fighting the
matter in the courts with the weapon Of
previous residence here were thoroughly
their schemes.
Ever since Mr. Sargent took hold of the
office he has worked hard to sustain the
intent as we'll the letter of the immi-
grafton laws, and in all cases where it
has been made clear to him that the laws
were inadequate he has suggested RENE
dial legislation to Congress. A frmer line
is now wanted on the educational qualit1-
cation of immigrants, and that they shall
be able to read and write at least one
language intelligently is one Of the con-
siderations that will be demanded of them
when Congress gets to the work of revision
of these laws.
The commissioners discussed this phase
and were unanimously of the opinion that
restriction of this sort would be of immense
benefit to the country in disbarring an I'M
desirable element. Contract laborers were
the subject of considerable debate and the
work Of the several commissioners whose
territory had been invaded by them, but
who had been successful in having them
transported to the port Of departure, re-
ceived high commentator from the chief
for their vigilance.
Outline plans for the work of the coming
year were made, and each commissioner
was particularly advised to continue the
record he had made and to exert all the in
fuence at his command to protect the coun-
try from the element which it is the inten-
ton of the law to keep out.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04

Requisites.

We are constantly studying trunk
building, putting forth every effort
to improve the product of each year
over that of the preceding one, and
to this attention to detail we owe
the splendid success enjoyed by this
department.
To those going south for the win
ter or those going abroad, or even
those contemplating a short trip, we
would call special attention to this
stock, embracing as it does every
Trunk, Bag or other Requisite that
comes into the life of traveller.
Trunks, the staple sorts, in regu-
lar and extra sizes also many nov
elites in Trunks, and in every style
and size manufactured, including
Dress Trunks, Skirt Trunks, Steam
er Trunks, Rattan Basket Trunks,
Visiting Trunks, Shirt Waist
Trunks, Special Trunks for army
and navy officers, Rawhide-covered
Trunks, Wardrobe Trunks, Special
Trunks for men, Special Trunks for
women, etc.
Particularly good values are rep
resented in the following:
No. 81 Trunk. constructed of thoroughly seasoned
bands closely nailed Excelsior lock- three T. inch
strap hinges; sheet iron bottom; one tray; cloth
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04
Guaranteed
Sewing Machines,

Better than which there are none
at any price. 1t is mistaken idea
that it is necessary to pay an exor-
bitant price for a High-grade Ma
chine.
The antiquated selling plan of the
pioneer machine manufacturers,
whereby it cost as much to market
a machine as it now costs to build
one, finds little favor in progressive
merchandise centers today. We sell
machines upon the same basis as
we do other merchandise-a reason
able profit only.
The machines offered by us, be-
ing made by the Oldest and best
manufacturer in this country, in &C
cordance with Our own specifca-
tons, represent all that is best in
the way of material, Workmanship
and finish. The improvements are
the latest, and the entire mechanism
is light running, practically noiseless
and self-adjusting. The cabinets are
made from best quality solid oak and
are beautifully finished.
5000 to $4,000.
The 5000 is Hand Machine.
Another Hand Machine is $II.5o.
Our best Hand Machine. the "W.
& L." has solid wooden base and
case, and is a fine specimen. Price,
$3.50. All Our machines are guar
anteed for five years.
Our demonstrators will be glad to
acquaint any one interested with
the many points of superiority and
merit embodied in our machines
and to afford instruction in the
management of the machines gem
orally.
Second floor, G st.
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Passing Of the "Rickshaw.,
From the London Chronicle.

Japan is finding that electric traction and
the "rickshaw" are Incompatible, and the
result is that over two thousand human
horses in Tokyo have given up the unequal
struggle with the electric car, and have
decided to emigrate in a body to the Hok-
kaido, there to engage in the fisheries and
other callings. 1t seems a pity, for there
are few pleasanter ways Of travelling on a
good road than behind couple of stalwart
kuruma-ya who do their eight miles an
hour with ease. From the national point
of view the disappearance of the kuruma-
va may have important consequences. In
physique they form almost a class apart,
and though their calling does not conduce
to longevity. they were valuable asset in
Japan's military system, as they proved In
the war with China In a country where
horses are poor and scarce man power trac-
ton was formerly a necessity. The motor
car will now probably take Its place.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04
Colored Stiff=Bosom
Autumn Shirts
For Mem.

The correct shirt for general bust
ness wear. Smart, effective and very
popular. Our line comprises the
neat, stylish, always-popular pat
terms; as well as the fashionable
bold designs and novelties produced
for this fall and winter.
The $500 quality.
We showing at this price collection OF
vertical striped effects. in high grade of Madras
shirts which have every appearance of the Gus
attached detached cuffs; sizes IA to II.
The $I.5o quality.
Many pleasing patterns are shown in this line.
which includes the neat patterns so greatly ad-
mired well the better covered effects that
are featured in the Autumn stocks attached or de-
tached cuffs; sizes IA to II.
The $I.oo quality.
The always popular Percale is the strong feature
of this line. Shown in extremely neat patterns:
Material and workmanship far above that OF
the shirts usually offered at this price, detached
cuffs; sizes IA to Tx.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04
Recommends Award of Contract.

Mr.. F. o. Beckett, property clerk of the
District, has recommended to the Commits
sioners that the contract for furnishing
milk and cream to the Industrial home
school for the balance Of the fiscal year be
awarded to VIM. B. Dodge & Son, proprie-
tors of the Ingleside Dairy. which firm was
the lowest bidder. The prices at which the
firm proposes to supply the Institution are
stated as follows: From November 1903,
to April 80, 1904. milk at 1879 cents a GAL
Ion; cream at Is cents a gallon; from May
1 to June 80, 1904 milk at IT cents per gal
lon and cream at II cents
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04
Dermophile
(Friend to the Skin)
Endorsements for Men

are among the most satisfactory we
have ever offered. Made from the
finest and most carefully selected
Australian undyed wool, they are
free from the unpleasant sensation
of harshness SO frequently found i'll
wooden garments, and are guaran-
teed absolutely non-shrinking.
Those whose preference is for
wool undergarments will find the
DermopEile a constant source OF
pleasure. And they wear most ex-
cellently.
$500 and $500 per garment.
Mems Dept, LIST floor, T st.
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Negligee Shirts
for Autumn.

The demand for a Soft Shirt for
cool weather is most cleverly met by
the use of heavy, durable cheviot Tor
Oxford shirtings, which at once
combine smartness, comfort and
durability.
The $500 quality. y y. y {
Imported high grade Cheviots In entirely new
striped efects-eYery detail beyond criticism; at
tached Guns; sizes IA to 1871.
The $I.5o quality.
Fine new domestic Cheviots, in stylish and SER
vceable colorings; also solid bluea most practical
and serviceable shirt; attached cuffs; sizes IA TO
1914. T:
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04

The Nursery just arranged on the fourth floor is
great attraction to fond mothers. Here they see
how charmingy a room may be fitted up for their
little ones.
The floor is covered with soft green and the
walls with snbdned green denim up to a rich
red border, above which is a frieze enchanting
to children Along one end of it cute nlustra-
lions of familiar fables and all around the other
sides marches procession of Animals and fowls,
two by two, from Noah's ark which rests high and
Dry In one corner; where bringing up the rear are
Noah and his wife. Il o.
The walls are ,ornamented with pictures suitable
to young years, and in large panels Morning, -
Noon and Might are allegorically represented
In the impressionist style by the figure of child 8
awakening, repast and evening prayer.
The furniture consists OF q complete and dainty
suite of Arts and Crafts with a white rooster
rocker. The little bed made up with its snowy
coverlet and email pillows in exquisite cases having
futed frills, is all ready to hop into. and the
headboard in quaint lettering is the old time In
yocation:
Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.
Bless the bed that sleep on
We take orders to reproduce 1t in your own
homes for the comfort and happiness Of your chill
dren. --ee,
Visitors to the housekeeping department on
Thursday will be very Hospitality treated at the
various demonstration .beSt6s
They will be guided I'll that direction by the
cleaning stars Of crystaftze9 borax at the pretty
pavilion OF purest borsx yyyhere they will learn
something special about SRangle borax acid and
Its medicinal uses as a fhousehOld remedy.
---s4s-. $3.50
Waldorf salad madeUwith Alpha salad cream,
VIII be served today. Tire CHEEKY demonstration
will make 1t pleasant for you to learn how to
make this highly fayored salad and others equally
toothsome as deliciously she does. Her
Wonderland pood'nss are als9 wonderfully nice.
Mrs. Harvey will hasst on her prettily deco
delightful to look upoT add delicious to taste
ssrded hsnS In those ss
days they were importer from the West Indies,
and very expensive and arsstocratic, being served
preserves are as good aSH those, and quite the
hrest sweet for the bests supplied tables In the
land. :s.s, on "
Woodward & Lothrop CofYee win be served with
rich cream and the best grade Of sugar.
Tha great hygiehic Kneipp Malt Coffee may also
be sampled by those wishing to know something
of its excellent health-giying qualities. ;
Peters milk chocolate. which requires only the
addition OF water, Will DO served hot, refreshing
How to make bread-hut not tn the disasRseable.
Old fashioned .way-is Demonstrated By the
Three Minute Bread Aaket.s Tbts machine Ia %
il. and b. Is easily Cleaned a. TN paiI e
three minutes. and you need NOT get your fingers
matns :bGs nssd
kneader and raiser all combined, and the result
IL better bread than the old method and more
economical than bought bread.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04

showed signs of interest. Here and there
a desultory cheer was heard, but it lacked
body and emphasis. At this time the col
lege boys performed their turn. Marching
up and down the street, cheering their
schools, these young men yelled themselves
hoarse with their college cries. with but an
occasional reference to politics. Two bodies
of students from Columbian and George
town universities. respectively, marching in
opposite directions met in front of The
Star office. and there was trouble.
Four or five policemen were necessary to
quench the ardor Of these enthusiastic
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04
No Funds Available.

Mr.. Franklin H. Hough. who recently re-
quested the Commissioners to place a fire
alarm box at woodbridge, will be informed
that there are no funds available this year
for extensions Of the fire alarm system.
but that his application will be placed upon
the list Of extensions to be made as soon as
appropriations are provided therefor. This
Is in accordance with the report on the
matter by Walter C. Allen. electrical en-
gineer, to whom the request was referred.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04

treasury the whole street was filled. The
masses moved in solid bodies on each side
of the sidewalk in two steady streams
passing in opposite directions. On reach
ing the points where screens were dis played
the streams would unite and flow into the
common body in front of the bulletin
boards The avenue was filled by o'clock
and packed by 9 o'clock, but there was
never a jam, no confusion and absolutely
no disorder. Some annoyance was caused
by the college boys who endeavored to
whoop things up. but even they were COM
PEELED to work off their exuberance with
fight among themselves.
Whether the people of Washing ON
mourned for Low or rejoiced over Nc
Clellan no one will ever be able to flnd out.
The bulletins announcing Mayor Lows
concession Of the election of his opponent
failed to evoke even the semblance of
cheer at The Star building, and picture
of Mcclellan thrown on the screen imme-
diately after this announcement was made
received a hand clap here and thera, but
the applause was so ragged and its lack of
spirit was so evident that 1t died away
without awaking a single echo.
Motion Pictures Enjoyed.
While there was no enthusiasm expressed
for the election. the crowds appreciation
Of the moving pictures thrown on tho
screen in from of The Star building was
freely attested. The pictures were late In
starting, but the exhibition was complete
in all its details, and included some inter
esting views. The moving railroad train,
the fire boat, the feeding Of the doves of
st. Marks and the scenes in the lumber
camp were all well received. The pictures
were all clear and, though in rather limit
ed field. were visible to every one in the
gathering. The views were kept moving
until the last Of the bulletins were dis
played. and 1t was considerably after mid
night when the current was turned off and
the lights were extinguished.
Last night was q good one for the places
along the avenue where refreshments of
one kind or another can be obtained The
night was perfect, not being too warm or
TOO cool. but the constant walking back and
forth stirred up the appetite. and it was
not long before purveyors OF sandwiches
and the peanut merchants by the tens and
hundreds wormed through the throng and
disposed of their wares. Along about 10
o'clock every other person met along the
street was munching something 1t was a
jolly crowd, and one that was looking for a
good time, although 1t was quiet, during
the earlier part Of the evening.
Collision Between College Boys.
It was not until shortly before The Stars
sxtra appeared on the streets. announcing
the positive election of Mcclellan before
any other newspaper, that the throng
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04
WENT DOWN IN OCTOBER FIRE.
Safe and Contents Recovered in Good
Condition.

S. S. Daish & Son, whose grain elevator
and offices were burned October 10, today
succeeded in extricating their safe from the
ruins. 1t was found to be not greatly dam
aged, and the contents. amounting to $Sl,OO0
in bonds, securities and currency, were in
tact.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04

Mr.. Dukats (grimly)-"My son spends q
good deal of his time with you. believe
Sue Brett (scornfully)-"Yes, but that's
all.'-Town Topics.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04
B'Gosh!

from the second floor of The Star build
ing was to sweep with glance solid mass
of people. There was break in the dense
bank. where the car tracks are laid and
this was kept clear by the constant efforts
of the railroad inspectors and the police.
Major Sylvester sent a large detail of po-
lice into the avenue early in the evening,
and at least half a dozen of this detail
seemed to be on duty in the block between
18th and 18th streets. People who could
not get place to read the bulletins in front
of the screens, and there were hundreds
such, took their stand on the sidewalk be-
hind the screens and laboriously spelled
out backward the messages.
Little Enthusiasm.
But with all its great dimensions and its
no: as much enthusiasm displayed as that
which greeted the Washington base ball
club when it had lost its last game by a
score of whole lot to nothing. The crowd
did cheer late in the evening. but whether
1t did to give vent to it's feelings over
the election or to keep warm could not be
easily determined. Owing to the fact that
IL had maintained Stolid silence all
through the earlier part of the evening and
had refrained from expressing either ap-
pIoyal or disapproval at any of the bulle-
tins, the latter presumption is the one hat
appears most reasonable.
Not In many years has the avenue pre-
sented the appearance 1t did last night.
The throngs swamped the streets long be.
fore any definite results were pictured on
the big screens. From 9th street to the
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04

youths. the leading offenders being hailed to
the calaboose, where they were permitted
to leave cash collateral for their appear
ance in court today, and were warned TO
be good in the future.
They gave their names as Richard G.
Smith, August l.. ErisSon and Bertram
Brokley. They did not appear this morning
ing the largest amount. S. while the others
gave up So each by their failure to appear.
Star Extra Issued.
The small boy seemed to be the only
real enthusiast abroad. He was everywhere
at all times getting under peoples feet and
running risks of death from the electric
cars. He endeavored to incite his elders to
riot in a dozen different ways. Just before
II o'clock he disappeared from the throng.
and those whose annoyance at his conduct
had been extreme heaped a relieved sigh.
He had not been gone long, however, when
the cries, Extra Starr Smote the ears of
the watchers, and he lodged again through
the masses, this time with his arms full or
papers, which were easily disposed of. Boys
kept running into The Star office to re-
plenish their stock of papers for almost
two hours after the papers were issued.
The Stars extra was issued at IL O'Clock,
and contained the election news gathered
from every state where elections We're held
up to the minute of going to press. Some of
the bulletins printed in the extra We're set
up, printed and sold on the streets before
the facts contained in them were shown on
any other bulletin in the city. In this way
the immense throng that packed the streets
in front of The Star Office obtained its cleo
ton news at first hand, and practically as
soon as the results We're made known in the
cities where the votes were counted.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04

Hat Boxes.
Mems silk Hat Boxes, made Of real leather with
koiekel lOck-strong and well made.
Special price, $3.50 each.
: Basement, Equitable Bldg.
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Suit Cases.

! Suit Cases.
The up-to-date traveller, whether
going on a long or short journey,
carries a Suit Case. 1t is conven-
lent to carry, occupies small space,
has wonderful capacity and the
contents are easily accessible.
Real Cowh.de Suit Cases. made steel frame
tsewed I'M: three hinges. riyeted on linen lined;
heavy leather corners; brass lock; strong handle
- very special value.
T. $500 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04

An exquisite new glassware. thin and clear O.
crystal, is embellished with delicate but deeply
lined etchings. 1t is particularly effective in wine
glasses.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04

Birchbark novelties have a pretty rustic appear
ance and are. moreover. durable and useful, in
Guiding boxes which may be adapted for various
purposes
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04

Calendars for 1904 already in evidence and
embrace many novelties in floral and other pictur-
esQue designs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04
2S-inch. Each, $3.50.
3o-inch. Each, 500.
32-inch. Each, $50.
.34-inch. Each, $500.
36-inch. Each, SS.5o

". x l.. Special Trunk. made expressly for u.s. of
The very best material and III the best possible
manner. covered with heavy canvas; mulleable iron
clamps: hardwood Stats; double dowel bolts on
either end and in 'front.' double dOwel clamps on
either corner Excelsior lock bolt; No. 3 Taylor
bolts: full sheet iron bottom; two trays: cloth
lined throughout; full riyeted-an uncqualed value.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04

No q Steamer Trunk-a popular priced Trunk
constructed Of carefully selected Eastwood and
bound with leather; brass trimmed two leather
straps Excelsior lock; double dowel bolts either
/ Corner, cloth lined:
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04

An oriental tea coy is made OF rich crimson
cloth, each side a curious design in blue an.
plque the whole enriched with elaborate Persian
gold embroidery and lined with quilted blue satin
Another tea coy is superb with crowns of gold
embroidery set with turquoises. Such cozies are
much valued In the eastern lands Of tea. and are
also priced in tea drinking England
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04

| Peters milk Chocolate, which requires only tho
addition OF water. Will 20 served hot. refreshing
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04

| Woodward e. Lothrop Coffee win be served with
| rich cream and the best grade Of sugar.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-11-04

The great hygiehic Kneipp Malt Coffee may also
be sampled by those wishing to know somethinR
| OF its excellent health.gtying qualities, :