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patfbility. even II the accusations of crimi-
nality were ignored. That in Filipino pub
lie opinion. at least, the friars had been
grasping was as plain as pikestaff. They
owned. and had controlled immense bodies
were viewed by the Filipinos as grinding
and unreasonable. AS pastors many of
them had. 1t was asserted without contra
diction. brought disgrace upon their cloth
and incurred the bitterest hatred of their
focks. Nearly all had been driven away
from their former charges, and some had
been killed by the people in their fury. And
to say that powerful and resourcefui Or
ganfzation like the Roman Catholic Church
was dependent upon contingent of friars,
diScredited and hateful in the eyes of the
people for the proper guarding Of its in-
terests in a country where the people were
nearly all Of it's communion was, in effect
to insult the church. ,,-..-
BY the arrangement just concluded, hum
dreds OF thousands of valuable acres, i'm
proved and under cultivation, will pass
upon easy terms into the possession of the
people occupying them. or of worthy outside
bidders. Where there has been monopoly
heretofore there will now be a living chance
for millions of industrious people. strength
ened in their citizenship by the pride of land
ownership. And where there have been
pastors half civil tyrants. there Will now be
a clergy directed by bishops Of American
and wholly occupied with mat
tiers spiritual There is full cause for con-
graduation at Rome, here In the United
States, and particularly in the Philippines.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
Christmas Gifts.

In the by gone days of our grandmoth hers
the usual Christmas gift was home made.
1t represented loving toll. The girls stitch
ed and the boys whitfield. Mothers devised
articles of wear and fathers built sleds and
wagons. There were few toys. There was,
TO be sure. very little use for many of the
crewel-work products of the youngsters,
the notices and the match safes and the
Ike. but there was present in them that
which is absent now in the average Christ
mas present.
In the change from the homemade gift
10 the purchased present the tendency to
bestow articles of little practical use has
become rather marked. Yet there is no lack
of really useful goods display in the
shops, There is something for father and
for mother which will add to their comfort
and happiness. There is something equally
practical for children of all ages There
are plenty of opportunities to procure gifts
which will last. serving for years to come
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
A National Aquarium,

Congress should give careful considera-
hon to Secretary Cortelyou's recommended
ton of the establishment here Of q great
national aquarium. to contain specimens Of
all the water creatures indigenous to this
country and its adjacent seas. The national
geological garden here Is now regarded as
one of the best in the country, although It
sprang within a very few years from small
beginnings and has been maintained with
insufficient appropriations. It was created
originally to care for herd Of buffalo, in
order that the species might not become
actually extinct. From time to time addi-
tons were made as gifts were received by
the Smithsonian from tourists and hunters,
and finally the existence of the Zoo as a
distinct institution was formally recognized
by Congress. Now it Is one of the most at
tractive Of Washington's show places"
and is resort of great educational value
for the children Of the capital.
There are now here in Washington two
public aquaria one In the fish commission
building and one in the Zoo" itself. Both
are small and utterly inadequate In the
sense Of afforddng a display Of typical
American fishes under proper auspices.
Compared with the great aquarium in New
York. in the old Castle Garden building they
are pitiful affairs, of which every Washing
tonian who goes to the metropolis feels
ashamed. Secretary Cortelyou's PROPOSE
ton Is to create here an aquarium. with ad-
jacent fish ponds In the open. which will
permit the growth of an institution CORE
spending in size and scope to the zoolog-
cal collection In the park.
1t Is not to be questioned that with such
place provided for the care of the speci-
mems the government would quickly receive
a most valuable and varied assortment of
live fishes. not only from American waters.
but from all parts Of the world. The fish
commission work has heretofore led chiefly
to the enrichment of the New York aqua
rum. there being no proper place here for
the care of any but the smallest specimens.
There Is ample space for the creation Of
an adequate aquarium built on national
scale. Such an. establishment would fit
into the scheme of the Senates park COM
mission without difficulty, In the vicinity of
the monument. The broad area of the Po-
tornac Park. with the river close at hand,
would afford an ideal setting for the aqua
rum. The idea is worthy Of immediate at
tention, and if adopted should be executed
on a liberal scale, SO that when completed
the institution may be conspicuous among
all places of this character the world over.
None but the very best is good enough for
the capital of the United States
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
General Reyes Duty.

II is reported that General Reyes, the
Colombian special envoy in this city. fears
that he cannot long restrain his people
from warlike demonstration against the
United States. separated as he Is by
great distance from the seat of his govern
ment. If that is true, then General Reyes
primary duty to Colombia In to take the
first train out of Washington and the first
steamer for Cartagena to the end of reach
ing Colombian soil at the earliest possible
moment. He should tarry here no longer.
His sphere of greatest usefulness Is else
pie, by whom it would appear he Is de-
servedly regarded with great respect. He
can do nothing here in the direction Of his
special mission. The administration is not
to be persuaded to retrace its steps. Il
would be impolitic for him to lobby against
the ratification Of the Panama treaty.
1t is stated that the representatives of the
foreign powers here in Washington are
bringing pressure to bear upon General
Reyes to persuade him and through MIN the
government at Bogeta that ,Colorabias
present course toward war Is futile and
dangerous. 1t Is evident from wha- has
thus far been printed that Colombia can
expect no foreign aid whatever in the event
of break with the United States. Ii Is to
be hoped that these representations have
been or promptly will be made III such
terms that General Reyes will be abso lusely
convinced that his continued presence here
is a menace to his own interests especially
it, as he says. he is at a disadvantage In
the moldirg of Colombian sentiment at this
distance from his people.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
Belief,

The boy who sings unto himself
And laughs to see the sunbeams play,
Does not believe these dreams where pelf
And pomp and power hold full sway.
He does not think that happiness
Can be controlled by human laws.
He scorns these studies which depress,
For he believes in Santa Claus.
His elders oft have vainly sought
To frame anew some social scheme,
Where life would be with pleasure fraught
And realize the poets dream.
But present joy he smiles to see.
Nor ponders on effect and cause;
He's far more wise than you or me,
For he believes in Santa Claus
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
The South Astir,

srhe action of the louisa ma legislature in
instructing the two senators from that
! state TO vote for the ratification OF the
canal treaty is distinctly to the point. and
/ should be copied by other southern states
whose senators may be embarrassed by
Mr. Germans attempted hold-up. Where
legisla lures are not in session 1t would pay
the people to have them called together for
sweek's time for the express purpose OF Sc
curing action as to Panama. Where this
may not be done. members should De
sounded at their homes and Informal deliY-
erances obtained in that way. Where this
may not be practicable, chambers of COM
nlsrce boards of trade and other CONNER
risl bodies having the material interests OF
the south at heart, and an intimate knowl-
edge of what those interests require. should
nut themselves on record for the informa
sion OF their representatives in the upper
house OF Congress.
The fate of the treaty rests with the
south She wants It, and may have 1t. She
should not permit herself to be misled by
partisan clamor. The question Is not, In a
Earue analysis. partisan in any sense. Both
parties have declared for a canal and Con-
eress. by vote practically unanimous,
has authorized the construction of a canal
at RAJ anna. Inc treaty tnal DaS DeSn he
gotiated provides for the work upon reason
able terms, and deals with a government
whose existence has been widely recognized
; by other powers. That government Is doing
business with the outside world. and Is en-
joying both the sanction and protection of
this government. Why then should not the
treaty be ratified7 Why should not the
south support It?
10 lott gor fba
dency. and wants an ISSUE He labors under
the embarrassment OF long and tortuous
record. He shuns all talk about the money
question because. although a gold man at
heart he twice voted for Mr.. Bryan on a
free silver platform. The tariff question Is
ticklish for him, because, although a pro-
tsctionist. he co-operated for years with
the free traders. The Philippine question
has its perils for him. because he tried to
secure the defeat Of the Paris peace treaty
and throw everything into confusion after
Mr.. Mckinley had brought Spain to terms
And so he seiZes this canal question puts
himself forward as the champion of the
national honor. and seeks to reach the
White House by embroiling the United
States in war with Colombia
Mr.. German has supporters in the south
But are they In favor of this vancouver?
commercial interests of the south to make
a German holiday? Are the Parker, the
Cleveland and the Olney men in the south
willing that he shall advance his personal
interests In any such fashion as this?
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as reminders of the thoushtfulness of the

as reminders of the thoughtfuiness of the
donor.
The true value of the Christmas gift. OF
course lies in the spirit in which 1t Is ten
dered. Not in mechanical response to
traditional demand for an exchange. not In
the hope of inducing others to give In re-
turn, but in sincere desire to make others
happy-ths ia the real Christmas inspira-
ton. OF course this end is to be attained
regardless of the worth or nature of the
gift Yet when the two elements can be
combined. it serves an excellent purpose II
the token of loving remembrance be dura-
bic and serviceable and suggestive of the
permanence of the giver's affection.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
Toward Penny Postage.
From the Albuquerque Journal.


Abuses Of second-class mail privileges
have long been a disgrace to the postal
service, but much has now been done to
correct them. Alleged periodicals which
were in reality books, or merely adver-
Using mediums, or had a free circulation
or an excessive sample copy distribution,
have been deprived of the rights of sec
ond-class mail. The same rights have
been denied news agents, who formerly
returned their unsold matter at the
pound rate.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
Be Decent.
more American.

From the Baltimore American.
There should be no need Of anti-expecto-
ration ordinances or agitation. Common
sense, common cleanliness and common
deeency should suggest with all the force
of instructive habit the proper place OF the
pocket handkerchief in the scheme OF the
higher civilization
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
Fate is Sure.

From the Baltimore Herald
In a speech made at Pittsburg nearly two
years ago Mr.. Roosevelt declared that Gu
ban reciprocity would come "as sure as
fate" Doubts as to the sureness of fate
are now removed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
His Plant,

The Christmas cyntc's here again
To irritate the soul.
He says that he gets neckties when
He needs a ton Of coal.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

The Dreyfus investigation has not been
conducted with so much sensationalism as
before, and the promise of substantial re-
suits Is correspondingIy greater
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

General Reyes hopes that ringing utter
ances in the U. s. Senate will not arouse
the Colombians to a point where he can
no longer restrain them.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

Mr. Bryan although man of strong
patriotic professions, is sufficiently gener-
to spare Europe few souvenirs from
his extensive store of advice.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

Gen. Reyes has been so pronounced in his
belligerent sentiments that his efforts to
appear peace-maker suggest that he Is
a man of considerable versatility.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
Can German Do TIP

From the New York Mall and Express.
Let us see now whether German can rally
his party in the Senate for the rejection of
a document which Is the contamination OF
an event for which the whole nation has
been waiting and working during half a
century
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
Republicans for Revenue.

From the Indianapolis Journal.
The lilly white republicans of the south
who are going over to the democrats can
easily be spared. They were. generally
speaking, republicans for revenue only
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

Russia is annoyed by being obliged to
hold diplomatic controversy with so small
a country as Japan. instead of merely tell
ing 1t to move on
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Willing to Relieve Him.

'It is a generous and helpful world said
the multimillionaire.
'Indeed?'
yes: when it was announced that de-
sired to die comparatively poor man there
was a general movement to assist me in
the enterprise
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

1t is disheartening to note condition of
affairs In which the egg is the important
and expensive ingredient Of eggnog.
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Christmas.

From the Cincinnati Times-Star
Don't skimp. Remember, 1t comes but
once year.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

number of Senator Hoar's speeches are
made with the implied understanding that
they are not to be accepted as hints to the
voting population.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

The types Of Americans who go abroad
are numerous and contrasting that Eu-
ropes impressions of this country are likely
to be more confused than ever.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
Stabbing ARRAY.
From the Boston Herald.

From the BOstOn Hera1u
Young Senator Bailey continues to stab
old Senator German under the fifth rib.
Meanwhile, it seems to be anybody's fight
for the democratic leadership of the Senate.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

On looking over the young men who have
been hazed the conclusion that the process
usually involves no permanent bad results
is irresistible
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

Captain Hobsons liver is said to be af-
fected. Possibly this accounts for his re-
fusal to be content with life as he finds it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

Even the ordeal of a public New Years
reception does not daunt President Of the
United States to the extent Of making him
avoid denomination.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
The Real Issue.

From the Memphis Commercial Appeal.
Christmas reciprocity seems to be the
most important issue just now.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

There are two or three successful flying
machines reported every year, but the sup
ply never catches up with the demand
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Gorman's Blunder.

From the st. Louis Star.
Senator German. IL he hopes to make an
issue out of Panama in the next campaign
for the democratic party, Is away off his
nut,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
Watch the Candles.

From the Phiiadelphia Press.
This is the time OF year when careful per-
sons long for the invention of an asbestos
Christmas tree.
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Insecure Securities.

From the Atlanta Journal.
The word securities has come to be al
most synonymous with uncertainties
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

The carelessly Illuminated Christmas tree
VIII now supplement the fire record of the
defective ftue
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
Had. Her Own Impressions.

"Your husband says he established his
hotel by honest TOLL" remarked the woman
who hears all that is said in the village.
YES" answered the tired-looking wo-
man; but he didn't say whose toll. did
he?"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
SHOOTING STARS.
Not Hungering for Fame.

NVI AUuBeI1HS IOr = HWe.
Have you ever done anything to cause
you to be remembered in the pages Of his
tory?"
NO." answered Senator Sorghum; 'and
don't know as I want to have much to do
with history. When a reporter interviews
you, you can always declare that you were
misrepresented; but If a historian gets
after you, there is no chance to square
yourself"
Some rules" said Uncle Eben. don
work both ways. Honesty may be de bes'
policy. But all de policy I ever played
was mighty po' honesty"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

Spain has scarcely enough money for its
bgil fights. let alone the ST. Louis exposf-
tiGn
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Democratic Senator'S Will Be Response.
FrOm the Pittsburg Telegraph

From the Pittsburg Telegraph
If war does come. Senator Morgan and
the other democratic senators who share
and voice the same views that he does will
be largely responsible for the event. II
there is bloodshed and loss of life on the
Isthmus of Panama, the people of the
United States will know where to place the
responsibility for it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
Day and Night.

From the Birmingham Age-Hersld.
Christmas shopping Is a continuous per-
Torrance now.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
Various Baskets.
Basement Floor.

A hundred and one kinds.
Note the bargain spots:
Fancy Scrap or Waste Pa DSr
per Baskets; worth up to soc. 0S
Closer-woven Waste Paper
b. Baskets aasd in s straws Of assort 40c
p Palm III Leaf .es. Hot Dish Mats 400
Wall Pockets for newspapers and
periodicals.. Quite artistic. Sn @m
Worth 81. 50..........
Work Baskets. on stands. Not
one worth less than SI50. en- 2dE
Willow Clothes Hampers, SIC
with covers. Good value a 81.
Fancy Hampers. with entwined
willow and straw of as Ga O2
sorted colors, $2.25 to-. ~V'>
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

Basement the boy Rzor
of
stairs edou
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German Stems.

DIN per cent discount on German
SU Stems. Prices begin at 43c and
gradually rise to S7.9S. Best col
lection in Washington. Special dis
count only until midday tomorrow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
ON Second Floor.
Per Rapid Transit.

Here are Silks, Dress Goods, Trimmings and
Laces from which waist and dress patterns cut
and put into boxes for presentation. Here, too,
are Table Linens and Bedwear. And supplement
tary Handkerchief and Neckwear Departments.
Bargain Spots are:
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
The 25C Table.

Here are collected odd lots of
Bric-a-brac; some bought of the
importers at less than half their
actual values. Some Fancy China
from an English pottery were
termed "oddments." Choice o.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
Parlor Lamps.

On per cent discount allowed on
Nv all Lamps at $1.49 to $19.98.
Look for the price mark and
claim one-fifth deducted. Take
stairway to Basement Floor. Look
for the guiding sign.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

Ladies' Golf Vests,
double breast en- On
ed, 50 value. " II 'A>
Taffeta Silk Waists,
b e s t $500 Sd OS
kinds. ...... ~@
Mercerized Silk Petit
coats. b e S t Sn 20
$3.50 kind. -. W ne0
Silk-like Black Skirts.
reduced from 2Or
81. Wv
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
ON Third Floor.
Per Rapid Transit.

Here are Furs, Cloth Suits and Goats and
Undergarments of all kinds for ladies and chill
dren. Aprons, too. Such good 25c Aprons are
here that those marked soc seem dear in COM
parison. And SO the soc Aprons are reduced to
SOC. Bargain Spots:
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
Clocks, Mirrors, Etc.
Basement Floor.

Superior Go1d-plated Goods
warranted not to tarnish.
Gilt Cupid Clocks. with New Haven
movement. Fac-Simile Of S3 AO
$3.50 imported clocks. -.
Gold-plated Clocks, with
guaranteed movements. Sn 30
Usually $3.50.
Milady's Boudofr Clock,
gold-plated. Warranted move 02~
Dresser Mirror. oval, with gilt
frame. II inches high, SA 02
$3.50 value. ...............
Dresser Mirror, with beveled plate
glass and gilt frame, II O2C
inches high. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS.
Urns, IA inches high. CT 40
rich gilt, artistic in design
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

Nv all Bric-a-brac at $3.50 to
$25 per piece: all China Dinner
Sets at SIS to SIS: all Cut Glass at
IS to $65 per piece.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

Hemstitched Z a bic
Linen Sets, usu- ca
ally $3.50, for. -. wv
California Blankets,
usually $50 pair, c&
for. Wv
Usual 81 Blankets,
Comforts and QMo
Spreads. O>S
The usual $3.50 Mar
settles Spreads CT mo
are here at, ~ As>O
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
Nickel Goods.
Basement Floor.

Teapots, 2-pint size, with
ebony handle and knob; usu- O2r
us GoTee s. ress' s-pint size; S1.1O
Baking Dishes, with fire. CT An
proof lining; usually $1.75.. %1sT>
o'clock Tea Kettle, on
fancy stand, with alcohol CO Am
stove; usually $5...... %OeF>
Heavy Oval Trays, n-inch, zmc
with beaded edge: usually 81. 1>S
Chatting Dishes, on wrought-iron
stand, with patent alcohol CD nm
lamp; usually $3.50. .. QAe
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
>orty Seconds to Fourth Flour.
Pictures at csc.
Union Art Companys 50 to $3.50 Pict,

Artotypes, Etchings, Water Color
SMILES, etc. Most of them are reproducto
of masterpieces; all are richly framed, sol
2ox3o inches. Choice for csc. Take elevator
rect to fourth floor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
The 43c Table.

On this table are Bisque Busts.
Art Vases and a hundred and one
odd pieces that are attractive be-
cause Of their oddly. This even
ing's and tomorrow's early visitors
will pick out 81 pieces for Arc
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22
The soc Table.

Unusually large and attractive
Vases. Urns' and Figures are on
this table. The worlds most ia
nous potteries are represented.
The erstwhile 81 to 81 pieces-the
o oadments ARE reduced to soc
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

Screens, gold embroider-
ed, 4-fold, usually $4.......
Ladies' Desks, French
legs, usually So.
Tabourettes, the superior
$3.50 kind, for only.......
Atwood. Smyrna Rugs,
30X0 inches.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-22

Dc to 9Sc for the new Leather
covered and Wicker Baskets,
ntted with best sewing needs. See
display at extreme rear of store, In
Notion Dept.