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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20

She looked at me again; her blue eyes
grew dark, their expression altered, look
of age crept into them-there seemed to be
the knowledge of centuries in their dep this.
Il have a passion for jewels" she said,
unique treasures. / am collecting such.
want Orion. If that gem of gems becomes
my fortunate possession it would mean the
overthrow of a certain lady, the recovery
of an unfortunate girl, and the final extinc-
ton of fiend in human guise."
AS she spoke she rose, gave me a slow,
inscrutabe smile, and walked out Of the
hall
CTo be continued tomorrow
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20
Held for Action Of Grand jury.

Harry Parnell the hotel clerk who was
arrested several days ago by Detective
Trumbo and who was alleged to have stolen
500 from Miss Helen Myrtle in her room
at the Mount Vernon Hotel was given q
hearing in the Police Court today. Miss
Myrtle lives at 1884 Indiana avenue. Chi
cago and was here last week with a the
atrical company. She came here this morn
Ing from Baltimore to appear as witness.
1t was charged that one night last week
after Miss Myrtle returned to the hotel
from the theater the clerk took a pitcher
of water to her room and that while he was
there the money disappeared. Judge KIM
ball held the defendant for the grand Jury
and fixed the bond at $500.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20
Question Of Tax REDEMPTION.

In response to a request for information
preferred by the collector +of taxes as to
whether the date of redemption Of property
sold for taxes may be extended to Monday
in the event the limit of the redemption Pc
Rod falls on a Sunday, the corporation
counsel has submitted an opinion deciding
the question in the affirmative Mr.. Duvail
says that while there appears to be a dis
crepancy in the adJudicated cases on the
point involved, he is of the opinion that
where the end of two years limited for the
redemption Oh property sold at tax sale
falls on Sunday, the property may be law
fully redeemed on the following day.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20
Boys New
Spring Clothing.

Clothing that will stand the wear
and tear of the average American
boy must be made of the right ma
terial and put together in the best
possible manner. These are the
principal characteristics of Our stock.
Best materials, best workmanship,
together with the very latest styles.
Two lots of Boys Suits and Top
Coats offered at very special prices ::
lot Of Boys Suits of navy blue serge and fancy
mixtures, in double breasted, Norfolk jacket and
sailor blouse styles, some half lined, with belts
of same material. These suits are strictly all
wool. made In the best possible manner, and are
neat and stylish; sizes to IS.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20
Mems Tam SoX.

From every indication this is 60
ing to be Tan" season. The pref
ty gray effects that were SO popular
in the early season are slowly but
surely giving way to this again
popular" shade.
We are showing very complete
line, in plain cotton and Isle thread
-lisle thread with silk-embroidered
clock work and lace effects.
The lace effects are particularly
attractive and are general favorites.
soc. pair.
Plain Isle, 3 pairs for SI.oo.
Summer weight Cotton, 25c. a
pair.
A very attractive display, giving
an excellent idea OF the numerous
shades and designs, may be seen IN
our Mems F street window.
Main floor, st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20
New Tam Hosiery
for Women.

Tan is the prevailing shade this
season.
In hats, wraps and shoes tan is
extensively seen, but more particu-
larly in hosiery.
Our stock of Hosiery is unmatch-
able-the largest and most complete
to be seen. Every shade of tan inn
aginable is here, in plain, self-em-
broidered and pretty lace effects.
A few items by way of example:
Women's Tan Hose, medium
weights, in plain gauze, lace ankle,
all-over lace and embroidered eff
fects.
soc. a pair.
Women's Tan Isle Thread Hose,
in plain gauze, lace ankle and other
lace effects.
$50, 3 pairs for $I.oo.
, Women's Ia Hose, in plain
gauze, lace ankle and silk embroid-
cred effects.
75c. q pair.
Women's Tan Silk Hose.
$I.25 to $3.50 pair.
Women's Tan Cotton Hose.
25c., $50. and soc. pair.
Special:
so dozen pairs Women's Tan Isle
Thread Hose, in lace ankle, lace and
plain gauze effects.
$50, 3 pairs for $I.oo.
Main door. ct.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20
Imported Linens
at First Prices.

For over twenty years we have
been selling a make of linen which
has no equal for both value and
wearing qualities in the world.
For the first time we offer you
these goods direct from the maker
without any intermediate profit.
400 Dozen Napkins.
2o-inch, $3.50 dozen.
22-inch, $500 dozen.
24-inch, $3.50 dozen.
2o-inch, $3.75 dozen.
Damask Doylies (fringedD,
SIPS, SI.35, SI.5o dozen.
Specials:
A small lot of the very finest Dou-
BILE Satin Damask Cloths and Nap
kins to match at
e Regular Prices.
2x2 yards.
$500 each. Value, $I2.oo.
2hx2H yards.
$3.50 each. Value, $1,000.
26x2o-inch Napkins to match.
$I2.5o dozen. Value, $500.
300 Table Cloths.
2x2 yards, $2.65 each.
2x2H yards, $685. each.
2x3 yards, $500 each.
Special:
600 Hemstitched Damask Tray Cloths, 2OxsO
inches
soc. each.
Other qualities, 75c., $I.oo to $I.75.
Hemmed Huckaback Towels,
$500 and $3.50 dozen.
Hemstitched Huckaback Towels,
$500, $500 and 5000 dozen.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20
Book Shopping.

The Book Department is one Of
the eenters of attraction just now,
and even the most absorbed shopper
reserves a few minutes for a glance
at the attractive array of new books
conveniently arranged on small ia
bles to facilitate inspection.
: Our well-stocked shelves offer
subjects OF deep and varied interest.
Complete sets OF the standard au-
thors beautifully bound. and in cases
or boxes OF leather, are a never fail
ing attraction, while whole lists of
special books and the latest novels
may be filed for shipping to sum-
mer homes or hotels.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20
Special:
New Cushion Oxfords
for Women.

We have just received and have on
display Our new spring line of Cush-
ion Oxfords for women.
This Oxford is the acme of solid
comfort, and was designed and made
especially for women with sensitive
and tender feet. 1t gives with every
motion of the foot, thereby acting
as cushion and at the same time
supplying certain amount of ease
and rest, enabling a person to walk
or stand comfortably much longer
than in an ordinary Oxford.
$500 pair.
Third floor. Tenth ct.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20
WOnen's
New Neckwear.

Women never had so many differ
ent kinds of pretty neck things to
choose from as are presented in our
collection. From every recognized
fashion creator of every fashion cen
ter Of the world have come ideas in
Wonen's Neckwear, which will be
found in the Neckwear Department
on the main floor.
We enumerate few neat and eff
fective Neck Pieces at csc. and soc.
At CSC
Lace Stock Collars.
Embroidered Linen Stock Collars.
Embroidered Linen Turnover Collars.
Embroidered Swiss Muslin Turnover Collars
Neck Rulings.
At soc.
Lace Stock Collars.
Embroidered Linen Stock Collars.
Turnover Collars. with Persian and cross-stitch
trimming.
Embroidered Swiss Muslin Turnover Collar and
Cuff Sets.
Scrim Collar and Cuff Sets, in white and colors.
Fancy Stock Collars and Bows.
Neck and Sleeve Rulings by the yard.
Main floor, G st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20
Mems Hats.

When hat is becoming, when its
the proper shape, when it's comfort
able on the head, when the price
suits-then you have four splendid
reasons for investing in hat. And
when hat is purchased with these
conditions all met one never tires OF
wearing it, and there is enjoyment
in the satisfaction of knowing that
your head is properly attired.
Orr Snecial
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20
British Output Of Coal.

Consul Mahin reports to the Department
of Commerce and Labor that the united
Kingdoms output of coal In 1908 was 230.-
1888 tons. an increase of over 100000
tons over 1902 or about III per cent
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20

beautiful lunch cloth Of white damask is bor-
dered by wide band Of pink roses. A hem
stitched breakfast cloth and napkins in plain
white damask are especially handsome, and those
with fringes very dainty and attractive. WIS.,
housekeepers making timely purchases for the
restocking of linen closets. the price OF linen
will probably be very high before the season
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20
1.-THE Boston Derby"

appeals to men of refined taste They
are light in weight, self-conforming
and are shown in styles suitable for
all features. A regular SIS hat.
Special price, $500 each.
Mali floor az
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20

Tiny jackets Of the same material with turn
over collars and deep capes. closed with large
pearl buttons. The cost, Of course, IL Influenced
by the amount OF embroidery on the cape and
cuffs Washable hats to match all Of the
same shape, with Tam crown and wide brim. ard
encircled with soft satin ribbon, tied in gen
erous bow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20
Special price, 1915.
Values, $500 and 5000.

lot of Boys spring-weight Top Coats and
Overcoats, in rich tan shades of Atwood covert
cloth; well made and neatly trimmed-yery stylish
and dressy; sizes to 49,
Special price, $3.50.
Values, $500 to $3.50.
Third floor. Tenth st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20

With the unquestioned popularity of the fan
shoe once more established. tan stockings 20
match are shown in greater variety than ever
before. There lacey drawnwork designs EN-
-broidered in dots and sprays, and clockings are
also in evidence. These stockings come In all
shades OF tan, from brown TO the palest ponsee
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20

Diminutive pique coats with embroidered Shout
der capes. more stylish than any other Spring
garment of like nature, they launder beau-
tifully that their first charm is lessened by
constant use.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20

The present fad for handwork OF all kinds has
revived the erocheting of old-fashioned table ma
and tray covers. These shown in sets with
one large piece and six does all with linen cen
tiers around which beautifully crocheted bor-
ders finished with fancy edges. A beautiful cen
terpiece decorated in white japanese embroidery
is an exceptionally attractive piece of needleyyork
OF course, the design is 0f chrysanthemums grace
fully arranged and heavily stitched
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20

Adjustable embroidered collars are beautifully
decorated with handwork in delicate sprays and
dainty marguerites.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20

Hand machines. the most valuable labor-ssving
Invention for busy mothers, are necessity now
adays TO take away in ones trunk along with the
usihnlshed sewing. Compact, sarviceabie and re-
curing so little rom they constant source
of satisfaction when larger machine cannot bs
made accessible. Their modest price places them
within the reach Of every one, and makes them an
almost indispensable addition to a summer outfit
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20

Slip covers Of the English eretonne are
unusually attractive, as this material is offered
In designs and colors never before ATTEMPTED
in cretonne manufacture.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20

Guide books For journeys and tours are inyal
liable when planning for a summer outing and
the very latest editions are found ON our shelves
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20

The question of the summer sewing. always a
perplexng one. may be simplifcd TO degree by
the purchase of our sewing machines They are
light running, automatic and are easily managed,
and we give the necessary instruction before the
machines leave the store. Our machines are
shipped direct from the factory, therefore we can
sen them al very reasonable prices. Constri, ted
Oh the best materials by the NEST skilled labor
and handsomely finished they are the finest ms
chimes that manufacturers can produce The
woodward d Lothrop machines tdrop-head so con
venient and useful in construction and materials
are equal TO the most expensive sewers Oh the
market.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20

An Arts and Crafts davenport. upholstered IN
green tapestry is attractive piece of furnitur,
for a summer living room.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20
White Spreads
for Metal Beds.

To meet a growing demand we
have had made at our suggestion a
line of extra length satin-fnished
bed spreads. This spread is es-
pecially desirable for metal beds.
72xIoo inches, $500 to 5000.
ooxIoo inches, so to $500.
In addition the following sizes arc
shown:
o8x68 inches, 78xo7 inches, 84xo7
inches, 86xIo6 inches, o2xII5 inches
We are also showing line of
Fringed Crochet Spreads
With Cut-Out Corners
to fit around the posts. They are
full size and in Marseilles patterns.
Made for metal beds.
$I.75 and $2.oo each.
Crib Spreads.
Imported White Satin-f1nished Spreads for
cribs, various sizes.
45x45-inch. sl.75 to $500.
52x6S-inch, s2.25 to 500.
Cotton Summer Blankets.
These goods are practically an outing
flannel, made into blanket, and are ideal
for warm weather. They come in plain
pink and blue and with stripes of blue,
brown and mixed effects.
For Single Beds, $I.e5 pair.
For Double Beds, $I.5o pair.
Second floor, Eleventh st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20

Tiny looking glasses are eleyerly concealed
In the Iorgnette itself, and may be secretly sprung
into place while being adjusted as if to view
something at a distance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20

full line Of Childrens Books offers an interest
ing collection Of stories for little folks and books
on nature studies, trees birds and wild flowers
ana other out-of-door interests are sources "
amusement IS well as instruction for young peo-
pie
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20

New ISSUES of the most authoritative fashion
magazines may be bought here and at this seq
son they are especially Interesting and nracti.,l
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20
Paper and 3 Packages Envelopes, soc.
Commercial Stationery and Supplies.

Special called and complete stock of Com
mercial Stationery and Supplies comprising Typewriter Paper Letter
Tablets Pencil Tablets Capital Tablets plain Tab
let's linen and finish Note Books all Inks Mucage Ii
bra Paste Glue Pencils Erasers Pen Holders Points, Wells
Sponge Cups Shipping Tags Thumb Tac Paper
Pencil Sharpener Sealing Wax Botter Day Books Ldger
Reading Glasses, Irvine,
These classes of goods of the highest
offered exceptionally low prices Conveniently
floor, Eleventh side.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20
6 T0tbr0p
New York
New Picture Hats and Others.

@ number of stylish hats fresh from work will be
IK1l shown tomorrow Thursday, including
Nv Superb Lace Picture Hats the latest shapes with trim
mings of flowers ribbons most artistcaly and becomngy
applied.
Also beautiful Untrmmed Picture Hats and lace cev
ery combined prominently those in the graceful SOFT dropping effects
Also attractive collection Of Tailored Stiff Hats for walk
driving, motoring shopping and travelling
Also large of Women Misses and Chldrens I'm
trimmed Hats in the shapes and colors.
Also choice Misses Chdrens Sailors with bands and
streamers.
We have received charming collection of Flowers,
which those particularly suitable for chldrens hats
Popular prices prevail
Second
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20

An uncommon little trinket TO be hung from a
Iorshelte chain Is an odd silver mirror about the
size OF half a dollar, with curlously embossed
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-04-20
Sale of Stationery.

oR6 UYING Writing Paper by the pound is the economical
n We offer large lot of Writing Paper and Envelopes
WY chased concession which enables offer
extraordinarily low price.
The lot only hghgrade writing papersVeum Bond
and lockwood, in blue, green and violet tints
4 Pound Paper and Packages Envelopes, soc.
We will stamp pound paper designs in
Old English block letters and furnish packages Of Envelopes for
65c
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-01
The Iron Market.

One of the most encouraging signs of business conditions centering in the Birmingham district is the fact that ironmakers are disposed to let wed enough alone and hold the market to present quotations.
 Birmingham iron has been selling for $13.50 on a No. foundry basis for two or three weeks past, and the market is very firm at that price. A little forcing would have put it I'D from 50 cents to dollar above present prices and many sales could have been made at top figures.
 But in view of the fact that the mar ket has advanced four dollars a ton since September it would be unwise to run up prices to a feverish point. In other words, acting on the policy of keeping alive the goose that lays the golden egg, tho manufacturers have displayed degree of con servatism that will help the furnace companies and help the district in the long run.
 Iron will go higher; considerably higher, perhaps, than it is now. But from this time on it must advance slowly and not by leaps and bounds. If healthy tone would be preserved.
 It will probably be January before the melters will have digested their rush of business," and will see their way clear to go a dollar or two better for the pig metal.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-01

populated sections of the United States are double in value to what they were a few years ago, and have gone beyond the reach of the small investor. That this condition has arisen the fact that agricultural pur- suit is being rewarded as never be- fore; that improved machinery, skilled labor and renewed energy have taken hold of this most important branch of American industry, and that once more the farmer is on top.
 In Alabama there are rich and valu- able areas of agricultural lands still awaiting tAe touch of industry and of skill-of men who possess the power to cause them to yield abundantly. The world is increasing in population, and this population is seeking fields of activity. They only await oppor- tunities. Alabama should present them in an impressive and an anxious way. Alabama needs to keep her population at home. and to make additions to it from abroad Here there is room for all who are worthy, and encourage ment to immigration is the work of our people.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-01

Grand total... ....s2, ,639s41 s1o, 669 1885, ,1O2
 The average deposits range from $41S.5O for the United States to s5. 4S for Japan. Canada is second with 2S9.14
 The above-named countries have one-half the population of the world, and it appears that the United States, with less than 91s per cent of the total population, contributes over 29 per cent of the total savings bank deposits. The average deposit varies from s4S9.S9 in the United States to S10401 in all other countries combined. Tho deposits per population vary from $96.41 per capita in Denmark to 15 cents for Italy. The American per capita is $373S. Switzerland is high up, being second. with s62.26 per cap- ita.
 Thus 1t will be seen that in spite of trusts, combines, tariffs and general high pressure, the economical and saving American spirit is still in evi- dence. It is also gratifying to know that the laboring man is supplying this vast savings account and that labor is the real bulwark of American safety.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-01
Wise Men of the South.

The question now is: Who are the wise men of the south?
 "He who makes two blades of grass grow where one grew before Is bene- factor to his race" is an aphorism that cannot be too deeply impressed just now upon the minds O. the people of the southern section of this country. Political silence does not necessarily mean acquiescense in existing politl- cal conditions. It means that at times political silence is essential to ma. terial advancement. and that political agitation flinders the work of material advancement
 Therefore it is plain that the wise men of the south are those who accent conditions political as they exist today, and turn their attention to the patri- otic work of progress and development along those lines which tend to ele- vate the people in a social, educational and financial way. Alabamians espe- cially have work along this line.
 Recently presented figures show that the price of lands in the more densely
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-01
NOBODY COMPLAINING.
Congressman Bankhead Talks About
 Prosperity in the South.
From the Washington Post.

From the Washington Post.
 Nobody in my country Is complaining because of the great republican victory, for be have met disaster in other times and lived to get our own innings" re- marked Hon. John II. Bankhead of Ala bama at the Riggs house. MT. Bankhead has been elected to congress for ten con- secutive terms, and when the Fifty-ninth congress meets he will be the oldest mem- Der on the democratic side in point of ser vice.
 ''The south is very prosperous" con- tinued Colonel Bankhead. Tn Alabama we had exceedingly fine crops On my own farm every acre planted in cotton produced bale, and was sold for 10 cents pound. With such conditions there Is no room for grumbling. and we accept our defeat good humoredly. At the same time we haven't the faintest belief that the day of the dissolution of the democratic party Is at hand The old party is as cef- tain to live as the nation itself. We of the south are reproached in the north by reason of our political solidity, but, in common fairness, haven't we the same right to remain solid as the north?
 "As to the reorganization of the demo- cratic party. much nonsense has been ut tered. No reorganization is going to take place, for there can be no necessity there- for. A minority can't do much but sit steadily in the boat and exercise patience. The burden of running the government is on the republicans, and if they fail in their duties the voters can relegate them to the same role to which we are now consigned." ["