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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
Framed Pictures
For Easter Gifts.

Our collection of Framed Pic
lures at this time is the largest and
best we have ever had. The assort-
ment comprises almost every kind
and style, and no matter how mex
pensive the picture is, we aim to have
it framed in that artistic manner that
distinguishes it from the ordinary
cheap picture. There is nothing that
makes a more acceptable gift, we'd
ding present or euchre prize than a
picture, and from our large assort-
ment you can easily make satisfac-
tory selection for the amount you
wish to expend.
The following are special values:
Etchings, Landscape Scenes" in FIor- e. ~
entine gilt frames. with mats. Each. PA.oo
Etchings; same as the above. in larger S1 RI
size. Eacn. ..... ................... pA'Oo
Colored Pictures, Marine and Country Cottage
Scenes" in broad gilt frames, ornament S1 "a
ed; good size. Each. .................... PLY
Genuine Pastels, Landscape Scenes" &, M
In gilt frames; no mat. Each. .......... p@:OO
Large Etehings, in dark frames. with Go M
Pasteis, Country Home" in broad green and
gold frames, with oval opening. Value. g, ro
500. EACH. ..-................ pO'oO
Large Pastels and Etchings. in gold G. M
frames. with mat. Each. 95.OO
Colored Pictures. '.Madonnas and Angels" in
m Dsasd o'o Each wood frames to $500 and
Also a complete line of Christy Pictures, CT M
in both the old and new series. EACH.
Fourth floor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
Hoodoos and Voodoos.

The superstition among the colored people
about the "hcodoo'' has been freshly re-
vealed in the shooting escapade Of Police
man William Johnson. who seriously
wounded two brother policemen the other
night while laboring. as he claims. under
the baleful influence of woman CON
jurer." This belief In the evil power Of
certain persons Is deeply rooted In the col
ored race. and no amount of argument or
demonstration Of its folly will eradicate It.
1t is doubtless survival of old-time African
beliefs based upon the magic power of the
medicine man. The "conjure bag" or mys-
tic collection Of extraordinary articles
which is sold by the ''voodoo' doctors, still
has a high market value, and is used to
ward off evil spirits. while the charms to
attract the affections of those who have
wandered from loves true paths are still
sold to ignorant men and women by these
fakirs. Powders to punish an enemy have
their market value and doubtless there is
in this city an active trade In them, al
though there is no evidence of their use
here for deliberate murder, as in the case
of the negro doctor Hossey in Philadel-
phia, who sold poisons by wholesale and it
is believed was the source of the death po-
tons administered for criminal purposes to
large number Of people. But there is no
guarantee that Washington does not harbor
and in part patronize this class of vendors.
A thorough overhauling of the quacks and
charm sellers who are to be found here
and there in the alleys and byways of the
city would do no harm and might reveal an
extensive trade In these unwholesome COM
modities.
But 1t is not altogether fair to call at
tention to the superstitious faith Of the
negroes in the conjurers and their abject
fear of the might doctors without noting
at the same time the fact that white people
are today the chief constituents of scores
of so-called fortune tellers, mystics and
other frauds who pretend to read the fu-
ture and to advise confidently and reliably
as to the treatment of others. The frauds
practiced in the name of occult wisdom are
infinite, and the more ridiculous they sound
to the intelligent the more attractive they
seem to be to those who are at all suscept-
BILE.
The craving of the human mind for the
abnormal the unknowable, the alchemical
influences, is shrewdly played upon by all
these fakirs. and some of them become i'm
bued with "a sincere belief In themselves.
These are in some respects the most dan
gerous kind, coupling the zeal of the advo-
cate with the craft Of the charlatan. The
case of Policeman johnson might well serve
to awaken the authorities to a rigorous in
yestigation into the extent to which Wash
ington is beset by the "conjurers" The
capital wants no wholesale POISON shop to
thrive within it's bounds, and 1t should do
all that law will allow to stamp out the
unwholesome superstitions which beset so
large a part of the population.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
Mayor Lows Good Work.
the Now York Mail and Exnrasa

From the New York Mail and Express.
The work of the Low administration is
beginning to show. Instead of criticism
one now hears praise. Instead OF talk of
vacillation one now hears appreciation of
steady purpose to hear ali sides and then
steer straight ahead in the public interest.
The death rate and the tax rate are lower
than they have ever been before the homes
of the tenement jewellers have light and
air and health, small parks and recreation
piers are beginning to afford sunshine and
joy for the young, and the largest number
of children accommodated at school,
while new sittings for 10000 more will be
ready next fall. We have yet to hear
word other than in praise of Police Com
missioner Greenes work in his department
or of the substantial reforms made in he
charities or the health department.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
w. & l.. s'Peerless"
Oxf0rds for Spring.

The new Peerless" Oxfords for
spring are now in. We have them
in vici kid, box calf and patent vici
kid, with Goodyear welt sole, and
made on the very latest shape last.
The styles this spring tend toward
the lighter and more graceful shapes.
The broad shapes are modified, and
the heels are higher to give more
graceful poise to the costumes of the
season.
The styles of the w. & L. peer
less" Oxfords are correct, hand
some and up to date in every par
ticular, and embrace all the requisites
that go towards the making of per-
feet shoe, including the careful work
manship and the perfectness Of de-
tail in construction which insures the
greatest serviceability.
Price. $3.50 a Pair.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
A Welcome Guest.

Howde do, Miss Crocus!
Whah you been so long?
You's dressed up mighty han some
An a-lookin' well an strong.
Mighty glad to see you.
Waited many a day,
Wishin' you'd git stahted
A-visitin' dis way.
Yves had heap O. troubles.
Res yohse'f an hear de news.
It like OF times to see you,
An you drives away de blues.
Well staht de birds a-singin'
An Wen bring de sunshine in
Cause we sholy 'preciates 1t
When you comes a-visitln'.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
March Sale of
China and Glass.

Great saving can now be made in
the China and Glass Departments,
where considerable reductions have
been made in prices which even be-
fore this March sale were very rea-
sonable, indeed, considering the ex-
cellent quality and artistic finish of
the wares, both imported and do
mestic.
Aside from the regulation table
wares there are various articles quite
suitable for Easter souvenirs.
Easter Novelties for the table are China Salt
shakers, In the form. OF little yellow chickens.
Also In the shape Of ripe and green tomatoes
These are all noncorrosive salt to be put in at
the bottom and kept I'm by n cork stopper
There are unique mustard jars shaped and col
ored to resemble pears and cucumbers.
Easter baskets. FOR eggs fruit will be found
usefui as well as decorative. They are in a va
r'ety Of styles. and the pretty egg shaped ones I'm
different coorings will delight the children.
beautifnl and varied is the spring collection Of
rich cut glass, many pieces Of which will make
appropriate and acceptable Easter gifts. Among
the latest are whipped cream bowl and stand
both deliberately cut in chrysanthemums. new
vase Is in elegant form and cutting.
Gold decorated cut glass, sometimes called Aus
TRAN because now extensively made in that coun-
try but better known as Bohemian. is shown in
many attractive pieces, the cut designs, usually
floral. being plated with gold. novel motif is a
spray OF strawberries in color the gold OVERLAPPING
the tinting the underside
Colonial glass though so much less expensive
than the cut, is handsome and may be effectively
used on well appointed tables. The massive can.
desticks would be priced Easter gifts by those
persons whose tastes incline to the old English
styles. An outspreading vase for violets filed
Win these flowers, would make a charming Easter
offering.
Fifth floor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
1908 Go=Carts
And Baby Coaches.

Our new line of Go-Carts for
spring of 1903 comprises the pick OF
all the best styles of the leading
manufacturers, and is constantly
being increased by the addition of
new and pretty designs. The latest
novelties are represented. Many of
them are fitted with the new automo-
bile gear, all wheels being the same
size, thus making the cart roll easier.
Many of them are also fitted with the
new cushion tire, giving more elastic
ity to the cart and assuring longer
and better wear. The new nutless
axles are great improvement in
many of Our new styles, being held
on by spring, while the outside of
the hub is closed by a rubber cap,
which prevents the grease and dirt
from accumulating at the end of the
axle, and having the rubber cap pre-
vents the marring of furniture when
the cart is wheeled about the house.
Our carts are all fitted with the new
est and best reclining devices and all
have the fixtures attached for hold
ing parasols. All except our $500
carts are fitted with white satin para
soils, full ruffled and green lined.
Our very popular Go-Cart has
neatly woven reed body, large dash,
wooden pusher, patent wheels, rub
Der tires, green enameled running
gear and parasol holder-and is an
exceptional value at the price.
$500 each.
Others up to $4,000, including
Victoria" and other fancy designs,
with iron pushers and walnut and
porcelain handles.
Carriages.
Full Roll Rattan Body Carriages,
with green enameled running gear,
rubber-tired wheels, removable cor
duroy cushions and green-lined
white satin parasol.
$1,000 each.
Others up to $3.50, including
Wicker Hood and English Col Carts. |
Fourth floor New building
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
Corner Loungers.
From the PHILADELPHIA Press.

From the Philadelphia Press.
The habit Of lounging on corners and
vantage points on the most freuuented
streets has grown steadily for years. There
is scarcely well-traveled street in the
city which does not offer illustrations 1t
Is particularly the custom on Sundays, and
at no time Of day more conspicuous than
when people are returning from church It
Is then that the corner lounger makes him.
self the most obnoxious and takes the
greatest liberties. He trusts to long imrnu-
nifty and to the absence of policemen for
safety and protection. however obnoxious
his conduct may make him to passers-by.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

Short Petticoats, Of good quality French percale
trimmed with heavy hand-embroidered CT ~
scallOp; fitted at the waist with darts. Ea. PI w
Gowns, of fine French percale, low neck,
h ts9med with beading, edslns and ribbon. $375
Gowns, of fine French nainsoek low neck and
short sleeves, neck and sleeves trimmed with mar
lace and hand-embroidered designs. 81 70
Each TO'o
Drawers, Of fine percale, deep ruff1e trimmed with
scallop and finished with two clusters of
tucks and two rows of featherstitching. 60 ~
Drawers of fine nansook umbrella STYLE deep
ruffie finished with dainty hand-embrOidery 81 M
and scallop. Pair. TO'O
Third floor, Eleventh st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
Mems Cravats.

We have largely increased the
space for the showing and selling OF
Mems Cravats. Our spring collec-
ton is most complete, with all the
novelties as we'll as the quiet effects,
and you'll find the values at all prices
the very best.
Mems Silk Cravats, in the narrow, reversible
Four n-hands French -Four in-hands, the new
Knots. all the latest shapes in Batwings. Butter
fys and the Graduated String Ties IN all %,dt as
the latest colorngs. An almost endless variety to
select from.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

AT yesterdays launching of Shamrock III
Sir Thomas Upton spoke of the America s
cup as battered old mug" If he did
not want to 'lift'' it so badly he might be
suspected of disrespect for a venerable in
Stitution.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

1t is not believed that New Yorks new
subway will afford more than a temporary
relief from the present overcrowding in
transit. If burrowing does not suffice, the
inventor with a flying machine may yet be
brought to the front.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
Scotch Wash Flannels.

We show a wider range of patterns than usual;
small and medium striped effects predominating
For Pajamas, Gowns, Golf and Tennis Suits, Shirt
4oc. and SOC. yard.
Second floor, Eleventh st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
Both Hard to Do Here,

From the Chicago Inter Ocean.
Any base ball player will tell you that it
is easier to do penance during Lent than it
i5 to win pennants later in the season.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
Certainly.

From the Richmond Times Dispatch.
A Cuban senator declares that Cuban reci-
procity will only benefit the trusts. II he
can demonstrate 1t Cuban reciprocity is as
sured.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
More Advice,
n the Pittsbure pispatch.

From the Pittsburg Dispatch.
If the south will devote less time to re-
senting northern criticism and more to
removing the causes of that comment the
race problem will settle itself
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

The idea of Rhode Islands trying to
form an oyster trust is preposterous so
long as Chesapeake bay declines to sur
render its commercial independence.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

Grover Cleveland continues to let his
whereabouts be known, so that it will not
be impossible to reach him in political
emergency.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

1t is naturally suspected that China's
anxiety to diminish the indemnity pay
ments has been more in the interests of the
middlemen than the tax payers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

The Panama canal will be historically re-
membered as the cause of more CONVERSE
ton than any other enterprise known to
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
Price. $3.50 a Pair.
Best Quality
Flower Seeds and Bulbs.

We sell only the best varieties OF
Flower Seeds and Bulbs, from the
best seedsmen. We could sell other
varieties at a lower price, but we pre-
fer to offer you the best kinds at the
lowest possible prices.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

The Kaiser thinks of remodeling the Ger
man language during his spare moments.
He is getting to be one of the people whose
spare moments are really their busiest
time
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

No trust has yet undertaken to add to
the gloom by curtailing the spring supply
of lettuce and young onions.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
Sure Of One Fact.

From the Detroit Journal.
The Buffalo police refuse to be shaken
in their theory that a murder was COM
rnitted.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

Mr.. Schwab is said to be in splendid ply
steal condition If this is the case his firm
will probably not begrudge a penny of the
expense account.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

American yachtsmen will go so far as to
express the opinion that If anybody can lift
the cup Sir Thomas is the man.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

The book makers will soon assemble in
Washington and give New Orleans people
a chance to save up a little money.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

Anthracite is getting to be comparatively
cheap. But how about ice?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

Charming spring weather; but the fruit
crop Is not yet safe.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

Uruguay has now caught the revolution
fever. No one has yet been able to find an
effective serum to make the little republics
immune
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

Chemises, of fine nainsook, round neck. neck and
armholes trimmed with hand-embroidered seal
lop, hsnd-worked buttonholes run with rib 60 ~
Chemises of fine French percale, round neck.
neck and armholes trimmed with hand-embroidered
d des9p ana an the fpon "
Chemises of fine French nainsook, round
neck, trimmed with lace beading and rib Go - =
bon. Each Observation-Disclosures. P~./O
Corset Covers, Of fine percae. hand-emhroidered
scallop around neck and armholes and trimmed
with dainty hand-embroidered design across 50 cO
front. Each. NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. p~'O~
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
Woodward & LOthrOp,
New York-WAsHINGTON-Pari
Store will close 80 until further notice
Our New Mems Hat Store.

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Prices, 5000, $780, $1,000, $500
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
Floo{i in Connecticut

From the Hartford Post.
The Connecticut valley is almost as highly
watered as the capital stock OF some of the
combines
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
oh. Shucks!
From the Atlanta

From the Atlanta Constitution.
The latest thing in mems hats is made
of corn shucks' 1t is worn well down over
the ears
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

Another runlor Of Richard Croker's re-
appearance in politics ought to be about
due by this time.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
Sordid

"a sight of the American flag fills me
with the most serious reflections" said the
patriot.
Il have been rejecting seriously on the
flag question myself answered the cold
blooded and unworthy person. You see
the flag floating wherever you 60"
1T is a fact of deep significance"
Il should say so. Just think of the
money man could make by establishing
flag trust
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
5Oc. each.

Mons Silk Crayats all the new shapes, in the
famous Keiser Barathea combinations. which are
really beautiful at
SI.oo and $I.5o each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
$I.OO a yard
Cev1or ZeDhvr Flannel.

One of the new lightweight Wash Flannels that
is very desirable for Shirt Waists, kmonas. Chll.
dren's Wear etc We show a beautiful line Of
striped effects. q inches wide.
&c. a ward.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
Is to so Per Cent
From Former Prices.
Moth Preventives.

We sell only the most reliable
Moth Preventives, and we especially
recommend Manahan's Tarine Moth
Bags and Paper, which, when prop
erly used, give entire satisfaction.
We quote a few items from a stock
which is now complete.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
Solid Gold
JeWeary.

We are showing superb new
collection of solid I4-karat Gold
Brooches and Stick Pins, the useful
and ornamental things that men and
women always want variety of.
The designs are particularly hand
some and there are many novelties in
odd and unique effects.
Brooches
include Wish Bones, Crescents,
Mercury Wings, Hearts, Three-leaf
Clover, Heart and Crown, Scrolls,
Horse. Shoes, Sunbursts, Wreaths,
etc.
Prices start for plain gold, at
$3.75
Up to enamel and those set with
pearls and pearls and diamonds at
$500.
Stick Pins.
Plain gold, gold and enamel and
gold with settings of pearls and
pearls and diamonds. Fleur de Lis,
Crescents, Stars, Star and Crown,
Crowns, Horse Shoes, Hearts, Wish
Bones, Dragons, Flies, Clover Leaf,
Sunbursts, Bow Knots, Twisted
Knots, Pear Shape, etc.
Prices range for plain gold, at
$r.oo
Up to those with settings of pearls
and diamonds at
$500.
Main floor. Eleventh st.
Office Furniture.
We invite special attention to our
Department of Office Supplies,
where you will find large line of
Roll and Flat-top Desks, the pick of
the best makes, and an extensive line
of Office Chairs, Office Tables,
Wardrobes, Typewriter Tables, Re-
volving and Sectional Book Cases,
ETC.
The Sectional Book Case appeals
especially to those who now need
only a small book case, but whose
growing collection of books makes
it necessary to have book case that
will expand as their collection ex-
pands. The Sectional Case is made
with and without glass doors and in
sizes to fit any size book.
Our Special Open-section Book
Case is made of solid oak, nicely fin
ished, and will accommodate any 10
inch book.
SIPS per section.
We have also few Office Tables,
Chairs and Desks, in one-of-a-kind
styles, which, in order to make a
speedy clearance of, we offer same at
reduction of
Is to so Per Cent
From Former Prices.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
SHOOTING STARS.
Pathetic Resignation.

Charley, DEAR" said young Mrs. Torlins.
IT saved almost quarter of the housekeep-
ing money last month";
''You don't say sou
eyes. Won't the bookmakers be pleased?
Lack Of Opportunity.
George Washington, they tell us,
To falsehood never turned.
Had he been a weather prophet
He would probably have learned.
'Have you discovered the perpetrator Of
this crime?'
NO." answered the detective; 'but we
have something to show for our work. We
have placed a whole lot of people under
suspicion of misbehavior.''
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
Careless Josh.

81 guess Josh must be walkin' in his
Sleep" said Farmer Corntossel as he held
letter up to the lamp for closer scrutiny.
What makes you think so?'
''In this letter he says I must close, as 1t
is almost ten o'clock and time for me to re-
tire but the stamp On the envelope shows
that 1t was mailed about am"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
English NiYella Flannel.

We have larger assortment than ever of this
beautiful and servceable Flannel. It is unrIyaled
for the following garments: Shirt Waists Dress
ing Gowns Golf and Tennis Suits, Chidren's Gar
ments, Pajamas. Skirts. etc. Guaranteed by the
makers not to shrink. 80 inches wide.
SI.OO yard.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

Paris and American Millinery
For EARLY Spring Wear.
Latest Paris London models arrived and collection OF
American adaptations and original including those especial
ly prepared for first
Also Has-elegan and
exclusive.
Also Beautiful Flowers and Fruits and Millinery Novelties the
widest
Salon, second hoor Ten st.
Sale of WOmen's Dainty
French Handmade Undergarments
At specially low prices-prices that mo higher
than those usually asked for the kinds that come
from American factories
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
IN a seDarate counter

Mems Silk Crayats in Four in-hands Knots. But
ton Bows and String Ties; light, dark and medium
efects-yery exceptional value at
25c. each.
Mems Store Main floor, just OF F st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18
T he New
Faamnels.

Flannels will be much worn this
season, and not only for country,
mountain and seashore, but even for
street and promenade. And our
stock this season is larger than ever.
Besides full line of the staple sorts,
which we carry at all times, there
are all the desirable novelties. At
tention is called to the following
fannels that bid fair to become fav-
critics for IOO2.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-18

Mems Store, Main
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Easter baskets. for eggs or fruit. will be found
useful as we'll as decorative. They are I'm va
rety OF styles. and the pretty shaped ones in
different colorings will delight the children.