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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
RADIUM IN UTAH ORE.
Important Discovery by Prof Phillips
Of Princeton University.

The New York Press says:
The rare element in the mineral kingdom
known radiunl, the quoted price of which
is 81 721 ,000 a pound has been discovered
to exist in -carnolite." q newly discovered
ore in Utah. The discovery was made by
Prof. Alexander Hamilton Phillips. assist
ant professor of nlineralogy who found it
possible to obtain from twenty-five pounds
of carnolite a sample of radium that shows
about 1890 activity, as compared with
1900 activity in the element obtained from
European ores. This being little less than
one-sixth In activity, makes a correspond
Ing reduction in price, so that the Utah
radium can be had for the present at the
bargain counter figure of $4,000 a pound
company has been formed to place the
new product on the market. Prof. Phillips
discovery is looked upon as of great i'm
portance. inasmuch as ii is corroboratiye Of
the disputed assertion that radtum did not
exist in the mineral deposits of this coun-
try.
The radium thus far discovered in North
America has been pronounced by scientists
in England worthless as compared with
the element found in Germany and Hungary
principally in Hungary. The achievement
of the Princeton professor will be regarded
with interest throughout the United States
and Europe, and in all probability will mark
an epoch In scientific discovery
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
Corset Sets.

Corset Sets as Christmas gifts are
more popular this season than ever.
They consist of a Corset, pair of
Side Elastics and a pair OF Silk
Laces to match.
These are gifts that any woman
would appreciate.
Il. & G. Cersets with side elastfcs and
SILK laces To match. Set. Northumberland. Ply )
J. B. Carsets. with side elastics and silk o.
laceS to match Set. Observation-Disclosures. Pi./ }
laeea to nases Stn sae classics ana SIX $I75
silk lace. 10 match ~'s SIDE classics and 2a5
tThomsOns Glove-ftting Corsets with q, -,
side classics and silk laces to match Set. PS./ )
silk ' aees to match SIDE s..stes and
p. d. Corsets, with side elastics and q
silk iaces to match. Set. P4.So
Bonita Corsets. of fancy broche, with c. 70
side elastics and silk laces to match. Set Po. ~
Heart-shape Pads for the corset Of tat 49,
fetn siik-give broad effect Each. ....... ~.
Corset Bags, of swiss, daintiiy trimmed with
lace and ribbon-a great protectfo to the q r 70
corset when not In use Each. ........ pA. ~
Third floor Eleventh st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
Mems Walking Sticks.

For fastidious dressers Walking
Stick is necessary adjunct to the
wardrobe.
And it is Christmas gift that
cannot go amiss, and is sure to be
received with genuine pleasure.
Our stock is very comprehensive
and consists of nothing but this sea-
sons productions, and every fash
ionable wood is represented, includ-
ing Furze, Partridge, Weichzell,
Bamboo, Congo, Ebony, Wangee
and Irish Thorn.
Handles are neat and in keeping
with good taste, consisting of Horn,
Smoked Ivory, Sterling Silver and
Gold. Prices range from
$Ioo to $3.50.
Among the rich and handsome effects are Ebony
Sticks with 14-karat gold plated handles, at
$3.50 each.
And Partridge Wood, inlaid with sterling silver,
in very neat designs, at
$3.50, $500 and $500 each.
Initials engraved free on Sticks
costing $500 and up.
Shown in connection with Mems
Hats.
Main aoog, st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
Infants and
Chiadrem's Coats.

Rich in variety, charming in ma
terials and colorings, distinctive in
style. are these pretty Winter Goats
for the little ones.
The stock was never more COM
prehensive than just now, and offers
much freedom of choice to the
mother who wishes to dress her lit
tie one appropriately, comfortably
and economically.
Infants' Long Cloaks of silk and wool nov.,.,
cl1,n, WIN turnover collar edged with deep rufie:
b oatHr H aug rune finished with narrow G. a.
- .-aeu ............. pS'oo
Infants Long and Short Coats of Bedford cord
trimmed on collar and cuffs with dainty az -
rippoh. Each ....................... TO. ~
Children's Elderdown Coats made with cane and
turnover collar; lined with China silk: d, -
edged with silk cord-red and white Ea pS. 81
Chfldren's Ederdown Coats made with hood and
belt OF same materiai-red, white and O. 80
e'"' Da'u .''-.......-. TO
Also word about Infants SILK Caps-a neces-
sary adjunct to the toilette.
Infants SILK Caps, clOse-ftting, trimmed with
fine tucks and finished around face with ,oc
noiio" Ance- f'ach. ~
Infants SILK Caps, close-itting trimmed with
fne tucks and ruche Of plated chiffon. CT M
Each ..................... W w
Infants Silk Caps, clOse-ftting, trimmed with
shirred tucks and finished with chiffon
ruche and rosette of chiffon and ribbon q, ~
Third floor, Eleventh st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
The Jersey Top Petticoat.

Attention is directed to the Jer-
sey-top Peticoat, which is especially
adapted to the present mode of cos
tune. The jersey part OF the skirt
extends little below the knees, and
its clinging propensities commend it
to stout women, both for warmth
and the desired lack OF superauous
material around the hips. 1t is
trimmed with deep umbrella
flounce of three ruff1es; seams are
strapped with silk.
S3.85 each.
u,hira aoor Eleventh ar
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
Bath Robes
for Bows.

Why not a Bath Robe as a gift
for the boy? 1t carries with it not
only the good wishes of the giver,
but a reminder of the virtue OF
cleanliness. And as boys are very
often inclined to be careless in this
regard, a gift of this kind will be a
constant reminder of that cardinal
virtue.
We are showing a pleasing as
sortment of Bath or Lounging
Robes for boys, made from cotton
and wool blankets, in neat figured
and striped effects; cut generously
full and made and finished in an ex-
cellent manner. Sizes for boys of
all ages. Prices are
$500, $3.50 to 5000 each.
Mems Dept, Main floor, st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
"Arnold"
Abdominal Bands.
A Blessing to Babies.

So soft, SO light, SO fine, as to be
very soothing to the tender little
skin. Plant, elastic, seamless-no
more binding OF growing muscles.
And best of all-buttoned fatty over
the shoulders-which admits of their
adjustability in length and being
drawn smoothly over the chest and
avoids all twisting and bending OF
baby's little arms. No other like
"Arnold's."
Infants Dept, Third floor, Eleventh ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
FOUND DEAD IN HOTEL ROOM.
Woman Saw Husband Shoot Wife and
Then Himself

NEW YORK. December THE bodies OF
Lester c. Fitzgerald and his wife Were
found early today in room of hotel In
the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn.
Both had been shot through the head
Fitzgerald was the senior member of q
,glass manufacturing firm of this city and
reputed wealthy.
woman who occupied an adjoining
room says she heard the couple quarreling
and looking through a keyhole, saw the
man draw "a revolver and fire the fatal
shots.
The couple, who We're about sixty years
old, separated six months ago after long
married life, owing, 1t is sa d. to jealousy
The husband arranged their last meeting
in the hope of effecting a reconcilia ton.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
Census Clerk Dismissed.

William Ferguson, colored clerk in the
census Office, was removed from Office Sat-
urday on charges of having written letters
eouched in endearing terms to whits wo-
man clerk 1t Is alleged that no less than
ten complaints are said to have been lodged
against him. Ferguson was an appointee of
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
Silk Petticoats
UJmderDriced.

A Silk Petticoat answers the pur-
pose admirably of an undertakes Tor
the voiles, CLEANLINESS and other fash
ionable dress fabrics, and it can be
bought for good deal less than you
can have silk underdress made,
and it may be more elaborate.
We offer two lots of Black and
Colored Silk Petticoats, just re-
ceived, at third below the usual
prices:
Taffeta SILK Petticoats. excellent quality. with
accordian plating. finished with narrow ruff1e-
black and all the desirable colors.
$500. Value, 5000.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
Travelling Rugs.

Made of the finest Australian wool
and in the following colorings and
plaids that are absolutely correct:
Gordon. Campbell, Stewart,
Forbes, Robertson, McDuff, Nc
Kenzie, McLaren, Rose, Scott,
Frazer, Mcneil, 42d Grant, Gam
Rose, Mclean, Mcneil McKinlay,
Forbes and Glengarry.
These rugs are not only used for
steamer or railway travel, but are
now extensively employed about the
house, in the sick room, for the
couch, etc, their warmth and rich
colorings making them very desir-
able.
$I2.5o each.
Second floor Eleventh st
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
Special attention is called to
line of Our
w. & L. So. 900
"Peerless" Shoe,

for women.
Structural features heretofore as
sociated with high prices and hardly
to be secured at any price are in
Guided in this Shoe, which is truly
the embodiment of all that is beauti-
full, comfortable, serviceable, eco
nomical and satisfying as covering
for woman's foot
Made of vitalic calfskin, kidskin
and patent leather-lace and button
styles-broad and medium shapes
welt and turn soles. The welt soles
have cork filling, which prevents
dampness and keeps the feet warm
and dry-a feature not to be over
looked
$500 a Pair.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
Books
For rybody.

~ JR Book Store is now seen
A N y at its best Located on the
~ main floor 10th street en-
trance and filling two COM
plete stores, piled high with the
choicest productions OF the printing
press and the binders art. it en-
braces not only the choice new
books, but those most TO be desired
among the older ones.
Every train coming into Nash
lngton for the past several weeks mas
added its quota from the publishing
houses OF America. SO that we are
showing more choice Specimens of
good s.sc'.T's43315,e <i-lg, ever before.
Ore s.c.e rss.., al not a small
one at that. is devoted to the care
and sale OF
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
4OAYS WITHOUT FOOD
Stowaway's Frightful Voyage
in Hold of Vessel.
AT THE MERCY OF RATS
NOISE OF PROPELLER DROWNED
CRIES FOR HELP.
Skeleton Of Former Self When Found in
Unconscious Condition by
Stevedore.
AT THE MERCY OF RATS
'reciad Dispatch to The Evening Star.

SIecia1 Dispatch to The Evening Star.
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. December =
Lying in a ward in the City Hospital, close
unto death, is Robert Leslie, a middle-aged
New Yorker.
When the British steamship Rappahan-
mock reached port Saturday morning, four
teen days out from Liverpool, the steve
dores went aboard as usual and proceeded
with the work of unloading her cargo. The
ship was not heavily loaded, and six hours
later the men had penetrated to the deep
est and darkest parts OF the hold.
One of the men accidentally stumbled
over something soft, and upon investigat-
ing found that the obstacle was the body
of a human being. Greatly frightened, the
stevedore summoned his comrades, and to-
getheY they carried the body out of the
hold into the pure air, where it was dis
covered their find was white man.
Deliriously Murmured Water"
The poor fellow was partly restored to
consciousness. The only word he uttered
was Water" His cheeks were shrunken
and his entire body seemed to have wasted
away until he was "a mere skeleton An
ambulance was summoned and he was
taken to the hospital.
When sufficiently revived to talk he said
his name was Robert Leslie and that he
had shipped for England from this port
early last month as q cattleman.
A few days on foreign soil left him PENN
less. and it became necessary for him to
stow away on a homeward-bound ship.
November 20 he crept aboard the steam
ship Rappahannock. lying at a Liverpool
dock, and hid himself behind some whisky
casks stored in the after hold, intending
to make his presence known when the ship
had put to sea.
Rats Ate Up His Bread.
When the proper time came Leslie moved
out of his place of hiding. and tried to
get out of the hold. TO his great horror
he found that he was a prisoner in the
dark and foul-smelling pit. In vain he
cried out but the churning OF the ships
propeller drowned his voice. Two small
loaves of bread and a pint of warm water
were all that he had to keep him from
starvation.
The rats came and ate up the great
er part of his bread. 1t was with difficulty
that he could fight off the rodents and
keep them from eating him alive.
The horror of those fourteen days without
food and water Leslie does not attempt
to describe UnconSciousnesS mercifully re-
Iieved his poor mind after the ship had
been at sea nearly ten days.
Wonder He Wasn't Eaten Alive.
Why he was not eaten by rats while in
this state is a mystery, and how he was
able to live for ten days in the foul air Of
that hold without food, without water,
the physicians are unable to understand.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
Evening Slippers,
HOLIDAY Sinners,

The social season is upon us, and
the demand for elegant and stylish
| Evening Footwear is greater than
ever. And our showing of footwear
for social functions this season far
surpasses that of any other, in point
! of style, merit and price. Included
! are Slippers for house, street and
carriage wear also for balls, operas,
teas, weddings, luncheons and all
evening occaSions-black and gray
suede-black kid, plain and beaded
patent leather. with and without
straps-beaded patent leather, with
straps-patent leather operas, no
strap-patent leather Oxfords-
kidSkin, with slash vamps-kidskin,
with one, two, three and nine straps.
and numerous other STYLES, i1lcird-
ing the latest novelties. Prices range
from
SI.5o to $500 pair.
Also complete line of Slippers
for holiday gifts.
Also complete lines of Slippers
for misses, boys and children, in kid
skin and patent leather, for house
wear, dress-up wear, parties, dane
ing, etc.
M Mo men Beaded Slippers in one two three
XIV heel; thes' very popular styles and
nG psaans IS ra air $500 S. so and
Women's Kidskin Oxfords. with beaded vamp
and lace stay and Louis XIV heel-a very e. 90
pretty house slipper. Pair. .............. pS.o'
Women's 9-strap Beaded Slippers. made of the
finest kidskin-an unusually well shaped
slipper, and finished in a superior manner. S6 O0
WomeDs Patent Leather Slippers. plain opera
effect-slippers that fit neatly at the heel So 90
Iaif -
Women's and 3-strap Slippers. OF patent So 20
leather with plain Louis XIV heel Pair. T-'oo
One of the latest effects is of rich shade of
pongee kidskin made in 3-strap slipper ana w
ford and Meredith Tie shapes, with Louis NV
heels-for house and evening wear. So 20
slippers, pair ---'' 1880
Oxford and Meredith Ties. pair ~
Attention is called to line of Genuine Indian,
made Moccasins, for women, men. misses ana
Enthusiastically embroid- Ct 90 to So 20
Special attention is called to a new
line of our
w. & l.. $500
ssPeerless" Shoe,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
Scotch Clan Plaid
Travelling Rugs.
$500 a Pair.
Third floor, Tenth st.

An Excellent Xmas Gift.
We have just received through the
Georgetown custom house our di-
rect Importation of genuine Scotch
Clan Plaid
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
A Safe Store for Christmas Shopping.

1T\ER purchases ea hpm oe health al ah
ha from gnh sanitary dmyrn ysh
manager
h beer coll h domestic du n
q We bee IA pneh tu h Ghn ne am
H representa- pNad
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07

SILK Petticoats Of heavy taffeta, made with
graduated accordian- plated fOunce. trimmed with
full quilting of narrow ruf1es: extra silk dust
founce-black and all the popular colors.
ST. Value, 5000.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07

Friction power toys wonder and delight
There are seven different kinds. including strong
engine that up a long incline with remarkable
ease and speed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07

The world of toys is real wonderland TO the
little folk and there more novelties this
on than ever before In the history Of toyland
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07

japanese especially includes choice pieces
from the exquisite little things to those that
give the idea Of munihcence.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07

Decorative plates charming, and may be had
singly by the dozen--in the old English effects.
the dainty Frereh the rich Austrian and other
styles.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07

Cut glass is Ike jewelry-brliant. attractive.
ornamental. for fresh flowers. that height
ems their charm, prismatic candelabrum, n pair
of rich and bright candlesticks aud many rarely
beautiful things fascinating gifts
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07

Christmas offerings In china numerous, and
many and exquisite gifts may be chosen from
the superb wares exhibition.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07

The Miller climbs up shaft for sack of
flour and slides down with 1t on his head.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07

Colonial glass Is very appropriate to the tradi-
tional Yuletide The fine collection arrayed In its
massive beauty is well worth your inspection.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07

BOYS fla h Tar Refers, of navy blue frieze,
lined with red faenei ll-wool; brass buttons;
high cut at .eck and full length skirt; sizes to IL
Special value, $500 each.
Boys Regulation Sailor Blouse Suits of navy
blue chevot; cheyrOn sleeve and service stripe
handsome and stylish little suits: sizes 3.to 10.
Special value, $500 each.
BOYS Atwood Oyercoats, cut full and long; new
goods-stylish and dressy: sizes Z TO 16.
5000 each. Value, $500.
Third floor, Tenth ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07

desk Is an acceptable Offering and here are
those for men and for women In suitable styles
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
Children's Books.

And it is probable that within its
walls are gathered larger and more
varied assortment OF good books for
Juvenile readers than was ever be-
tore collected in one place in Wash
lngton.
All OF the new novels (aad there
are 500 new ones this falD are here
on day of publication and NAV be
found on tables specially arranged
for them.
Specially strong is the display OF
Biography, History, Travel, Books
OF Reference, Quotations. ESSAYS
and Poetry.
Many OF the show cases are filled
with unique and artistic books
worthy of careful consideration by
every one who has had trouble here
tofore in selecting Just the right
thing for a friend.
There are hundreds OF things especially adapt
abe to mailing purposes. Books have high place
ana with card Of greeting make gifts that carry
pleasure refined TO the recipient
Some beautiful new books are designed especIs,Iv
for siftschoice contents with UNIQUE and plea sing
Small volumes in satin brocade covers are dainty
and elegant.
Books with mauve and champagne covers with
decorations of fruft and foliage IN hand painted
effects, are very attractive.
new edition Of Websters Dictionary the Col
iegiate. is reduced to most convenient size by
the use of Bible paper. The type is good and
clear the leather binding durable and altogether
though inexpensive, IL makes a valuable present
much TO be priced for desk reference by profess
sional or business men well students
Pictures eloquent gifts. A refined and beau
hful picture speaks to the heart. elevates the
soul, and there many In the galleries of this
store that would bear you long and well In the
mind of your friend.
Furniture. too. may keep you in the lifetime re-
membrance of one you cherish. An easy chair
and how restful and pleasurable are those Old
Missions and Arts and Crafts!
desk is acceptable Offering and her. are
those for men and for women in suitable styles
Cut glass is Ike jewelry-brllliant, attractive
ornamental. for fresh flowers that height
ems their charm. a prismatic candelabrum, n pair
beautiful things fascinating gifts.
Colonial glass Is very appropriate to the tradi-
tional Yuetde. The fine collection arrayed In its
massive beauty is well worth your inspection.
Christmas offerings In china numerous and
many and exquisite gifts may be chosen from
the superb exhibition.
Decorative plates are charming, and may be had
singly by the dozen-in the old English effects,
the dainty French, the rich Austrian and other
styles
japanese especially includes choice pieces
from the most exquisite little things to those that
give the idea of munifcence.
The world of toys Is real wonderland to the
little folk and there are more novelties this sea
on than ever before IN the history OF toyland.
Friction power toys wonder and delight.
There are seven different kinds. including strong
engine that up long incline with remarkable
and speed.
The MILLER" climbs up shaft for sack OF
flour and slides down with 1t his head.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07

Furniture too. may keep you In the lifetime re-
membrance of one you cherish An easy chair
and how restful and pleasurable are those OLD
Missions and Arts and Crafts!
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07

Special lot of Boys Atwood Two piece Suits In
neat, handsome mixtures; Norfolk Jacket and
double breasted styles; sizes to 49,
Special value, $4.75 each.
small lot of BOYS Long Overcoats of black
I'D white fancy mixture: slash pockets: velvet
collars-just the coat for school wear sizes to 10
S2.o5 each. Value, $500.
Special lot of Young Mems Long Pants Suits in
navy blue and fancy mixtures; new goods: latest
styles; neat effects sizes 10 to 20 or 81 to SO.
inch chest measure -
$o.75 each. Value, $1,000.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
Bows and Youths Clothing.
(For Immediate Use or Xmas Gifts.D

RONIDNG with only
Hi suited young peoples needs style and wearing qualities
NkV able offer clothing OF high
LII the welestabhed reputation for superiority every detail
clothing Present
and the wide of reliable
affords selection not hitherto approached
Special values Boys Refers Ovecoats Suits Separate
Pan
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
Womem's Raim=Proof Garments.

1 QUILL find both pleasure and comfort in the possession of
HI of these weather necessary potec
LIZ rainy weather These garments craveneted-wa
o. terprooed and made all degrees of desness, and
emey fashionable They
for they will last a long time, if lifetime.
We all the
tention particularly strong line at
$780, LOO and $500 Each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07

Third floor, Eleventh st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07
Rats Ate Up His Bread.
Wonder He Wasn't Eaten Alive

Why he was not eaten by rats while in
this state is a mystery, and how he was
able to live for ten days in the foul air Of
that hold without food, without water,
the physicians are unable to understand.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07

Pictures are eloquent gifts. A refined and beau
tiful picture speaks the heart or eleyates the.
soul, and there are many In the galleries of this
store that would bear you long and well In the
mind of friend.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07

new edition Of Websters Dictionary the Col
iegfate, is reduced to a most convenient size nv
the use of Bible paper. The type is good and
clear. the leather binding durable and altogether
though inexpensive, IL makes a valuable present
much TO be priced for desk reference hy profes
sional or business 5 well as students
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-07

Books with mause and champagne covers with
decorations Of fruft and foliage IN hand painted
effects, very attractive