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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
The War News.

The war in the far east has reached a
stage at which 1t is possible very easily to
draw false conclusions from the reports re-
ceived through both unofficial and official
sources. In the campaign in the region be-
tween the Yalu and the railroad 1t would
appear that neither side knows just what
is happening to the other. The reports of
the retreat of portion of General Kuroki's
army at Feng- Wang-Cheng conflict in i'm
portant particulars. The Russians claim that
1t was d severe repulse for the Japanese,
while the Japanese assert that 1t was little
else than a retreat following recon-
nofssance in force. Certain indications point
to the fact that it was the flying column
detached by Kurok to gain a vantage point
north. of Mukden that was attacked by
Cossacks and driven back. In any case it
does not appear that Kurokis main army
has been engaged in battle or that it has
suffered reverse. Full details Of the en-
gagement are necessary to warrant an
estimate of its bearing on the campaign
as whole.
Two interesting developments occur in
today's war news. One is that the Rus
slams have lost a fine cruiser from the
Vladivostok fleet, she having grounded re-
Gently during certain maneuvers. in such a
position that she was afterward destroyed
by her own people in order to prevent her
falling into the hands of the enemy. The
other important fact is that the Japanese
government claims that the mine which de-
stroyed the Hatsuse was located fully ten
miles out at sea from Port Arthur. thus
being beyond the limit prescribed by inter-
national custom in case of harbor mines in
warfare. The placing of mines far out
at sea is unquestionably in violation of the
established rules for the protection of neu-
trail commerce in time of war, and further
disclosures regarding this claim of the
Japanese will be awaited with interest.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
Press Meetings at st. Louis.

The two addresses on journalism deliv-
cred In st. Louis on Thursday appropriately
came from two of the most distinguished
members of the profession in America
John Hays laurels as a diplomat and
statesman. conspicuous as they are. do not
hide his laurels earned a writer for the
daily press, while Henry Watterson, putting
as rule the temptations of office aside, has
built his reputation exclusively upon the
foundations of comment upon the history
of the day. Both men. in the high respect
in which they are held and in the Influence
they exert on affairs. are very fine repre-
sentatives of wha. may be done and won
with the pen within the confines Of legiti-
mate newspaperdom in the United States.
Mr. Hays tone was optimistic. He point
ed out the tremendous power of journalism
as 1t exists today. He attempted no fiat
terry of the fourth estate. He did not paint
the picture of a perfect institution, but of
one still capable of much improvement, still
recurring the greatest care in those admin
istering II. The note of caution was sound
ed but not so as to interfere with the har-
mony of a deliverance full of approval OF
the past and present, and of a most conf
dent hope of the future. We have not had.
even from Mr.. Hay, a paper written in
smoother style, or upon plane of gentler
dignity.
Strangely enough one CT the most buoyant
of men, and one who by the exercise of that
spirit has commanded the widest admira-
ton. appeared in the role of pessimist.
Mr.. Watterson Is always frank. but seldom
unduly -oensorious With eyes front and
shoulders we'll squared he keeps up with
the procession. and often leads 1t. AT
sixty-four he is writing with the zest and
vigor of thirty-four, and as if eighty-four
might find him still with pen in hand wish
ing the country many blessings. We may
expect, therefore, his humor at st. Louis to
pass. Nor is it to be regretted, for while as
q pessimist he was out of picture for the
moment. he gave us, as always, very
bright and readable disquisition. and the
enjoyment of a breezy surprise from re-
markable powers.
The world goes forward and journalism
with it. With us the newspaper Is as well
established as the Constitution itself. and
will live as long. and continue to be an
invaluable instrument for the Constitution
r,rotectiOn
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

would probably take view of the case
radically differing from that expressed oS
the head of the union of striking freighs-
handlers A body OF workers which clos. s
the doo-s of admission to all otherwise
qualified men against whom there Is only
the charge that at some time or other hey
accepted employment as non-unionists
could have no equitable standing what
eyer, and In the eyes of the public would
appear to be engaged in tyrannicai
course of oppression. The right to work
is paramount. The right to associate IN
unions for mutual protection and improve
ment is conceded. But that right cannot
deprive the individual of his right to make
living by honest toll or of the employer
to conduct his business by peaceful methods
regardless of the organization status OF
his workers The vast majority OF en-
ployers today prefer to deal with the
unions, because they find that the general
effect of such association Is mutually bene-
fetal. They are willing to concede the
union principle so far as 1t does not be-
come oppressive and destructive OF m
alienable rights. It behooves the friends
of that principle. of whatever calling to re-
press the tendency which Is displayed In
this freight handlers strike to cast into
a hopeless ostracism all who do not join
the ranks,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
Mr.. Bryan and Bullying.
In this weeks commoner Mr.. Brya

IN THIS week COmmOner Mr.. Bryan says.
Fifteen years ago we had no thought OF
expanding millions upon needless battle
ships and big armies for the purpose Of
posing as bully and braggart among
nations"
The charge OF having employed this sort
of language recently proved so embarrass-
ing to a distinguished rhetorician that he
felt impelled to disavow 1t. While making
his canvass for Congress last fall Bourke
Cochran was quoted as characterizing the
United States as "the hoodlum among the
nations" 1t sounded very like him. and
was generally accepted as his own. But
when Intercepted on the point in the
House in April, during his bout with Mr.
Dalzell. he refused to stand for 1t. He col
ored and stammered when confronted in
such place and in such company with p
phrase so lacking in truth and so insulting
to national spirit.
But Mr.. Bryan is committed. We have
his phrase. which is equally offensive and
discredtable, in black and white. Should
he attempt at any future time to dodge,
the goods can be produced. He may
never make such an attempt. being upon
the whole a holder and more courageous
man than Mr. Cochran. Nevertheless. he
is likely to regret the extravaganza.
This talk of our having become bully
dates from the war with Spain, and that
makes Mr.. Bryan's deliverance doubly un-
fortunate for him. He was his party
leader at that time and a candidate for q
second nomination to the presidency. The
spirit of the whole country was up, and II
the role of the bully was being played we
were a nation of DULLES. Mr.. Bryan was
a bully boy himself. being prompt to en-
list and eager for action. He looked well
In his soldiers clothes, was photographed
in Them and while not fortunate enough to
get on the firing line, he tried to get there,
and, we may believe. would have acquitted
himself well had he succeeded.
The close of the war found our respon-
sbilities greatly increased, and the need of
a larger army and navy greatly augmented.
Our military and naval appropriations are
for the purpose Of meeting those RESPONSE
bilities, which Mr.. Bryan helped the coun-
try to assume Why then should he talk
in so coarse strain of censure on that
subject? Does he regret the part he played
in 1898? Does the fact that he bears no
such influential relation to political affairs
now as he did then account for his present
choler and .vituperation? -,- -.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
A Great Moral Crusade.

The record OF the recent struggles of the
police authorities OF New York city to close
the pool rooms in their Jurisdiction would
make most interesting reading to a man
who has been asleep for a hundred years
and has just awakened to see the battle
royal against gambling in full progress.
The reluctant withdrawal of the Western
Union Telegraph Company. managed by
men of high standing in the community.
and themselves pursuing highly moral lives.
Is itself a most impressive phenomenon.
The determination of the pool room gam
blers TO retain their telegraph and tele-
phone wires, the heavy outlays they make
to continue business, the pains they take
TO fortify their places and delude the polIce
the Migrant law defiance of managers of
syndicates" of gamblers-ali these attest
to the fact that there is today no more
profitable business than that of betting with
the public on the results OF horse races.
Millions of dollars are involved Profits
are enormous. The lure is so attractive
that men will risk Imprisonment and public
disgrace in order to have a chance at the
winnings.
This pool room evil has grown to pro-
portions which dwarf the old-time patron
age OF the Louisiana lottery When that
great gambling institution was in full swing
its tickets were sold by the thousands In
every part OF the country. But 1t was a
comparatively insignificant drain upon the
purse Of the people. evil though its influence
was. The drawings occurred only once a
month. and the sums bet by individuals
were small. The pool rooms. when in full
blast and unhampered by police activity.
AFFECT thousands where the lottery reached
hundreds The bets are larger and more
numerous. The races are run every day in
the year save Sunday-in some parts of the
country even on Sunday-and several are
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
A Plea.

Oh, Miss June time,
Comm down de lane,
Yves skyaht dat you was never
Comm visitin' again
But de bloomin' by de road side.
An de shinin' In de sky.
Done wrote us all letter
Fob to say dat you was nigh.
Oh. Miss June time, -,
We amt been treated right;
Miss Mahch an May an April
Dey was mighty impolite
Oars none dat has de manners
An de quality like you.
We waits fob you. Miss June time,
An we wish you'd hurry. too.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
Junior Commencement
TOi1effes

T0iiettes.
The dainty reproductions for hit
tie girls OF the lovely graduation
gowns of their elder sisters are quite
as smart, and in addition they are
fashioned with a charming airincss
quite irresistible in children's modes.
The fluffy shoulder: capes and
berthas give pretty, graceful OFT
lines to the undeveloped child-fig-
ures and the little frocks depend
upon this quaint old style for the
elaboration of the decorations.
Organizes, lawns and simple
white silks form the foundations of
these dresses, while fine laces and
hand embroidery are lavished upon
the girlish bodices, the skirts, how
ever, being simply trimmed. Our
stock of ready-to-wear commence
ment dresses is unusually attractive
and they are finished with a dainty
style which cannot be equaled by
home dressmakers.
Lovely little frocks of white silk shown for
misses. and the ripple Of the shoulder rufies and
full skirts is very graceful and pleasing Dsintily
trimmed with laces and insertions, these dresses
decidedly the prettiest dress-ups' imaginable.
Sashes, of course, play important part In q
wee maiden's toilette. and the broad, soft cein-
lures must be matched I'm color with the hair RIB
bons of a narrower width. Nothing can be pref
tier for a little girl to than the Chine Dres-
den ribbons dear to the young days OF our
grandmothers Powdered with sprigs and tiny
buds, with shadowy., indistinct leaves. the soft
lengths of ribbon lend sufficient color to brighten
the DRESS and yet rot to detract from the fresh.
youthful beauty.
Stockings also need particular care in their sPlec-
tion and the taste of the mother-sbopper can be
readily satisfied In hosiery department. Slip
pers and shoes shown in many styles and any
variety of white designs may be selected here.
Fashions DEGREES for boys do not provide any
extra Furnishings for commencements but the Little
niceties of lads toilet may be found here.
Pretty ties, immaculate collars and cuffs and fresh
white handkerchiefs needed to finish the smart
of his appearance. while the style OF our
ready -to-wear suits for boys and youths give q
manly distinguished air to any lads bearing.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

The tobacco trust may be mean enough
to claim that the Presidents distate for the
weed in any form is responsible for any
move that Attorney General Knox makes
against IL
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

The situation this summer with reference
to Mr.. Roosevelt will be a rather delicate
one involving a direct conflict between the
respectful courtesy the American people
always demand for the President of the
United States and the satire and criticism
which a candidate for the Office must ex-
pect to face
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
A Minor Consideration.

$50 you have found new servant" said
Mrs. Biggins
YES" answered her husband proudly.
Il don't know yet how much salary she
wants"
Never mind about the salary. Find out
how many people there are in her family,
and whether they have large appetites."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
SHOOTING STARS.
A Confident Assertion.

'Some political economists" said the
woman with steel-rimmed glasses SAY
that an excess of money is a disease"
WELL" answered young Mrs. Torkins.
eff you know any one who is worried that
way he can go to the races with my hus-
band and get cured"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
Geo. Fred Williams.
From the Kansas City Journal.

contemporary remarks that George
Fred Williams is crushed Yes, crushed.
but not dismayed George Fred is construct
ed on the principle of the opera hat; he can
be crushed any number of times and still be
ready for the Eext performance
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

There are still people who insist that
class of sweet girl graduates makes a
firer picture on the stage than any corps
of comic opera sylphs that frequented it
during the theatric season. -.t-.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

band ought to pay his wife a salary. Most
wives will think 1t over and conclude that
the old method of letting the expense ac-
count cover the situation is best. after all.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
Layettes for Infants.

The preparation OF layettes :or
babies nowadays involves SO much
labor and such an expenditure OF
time that women are rapidly realiz-
ing the wisdom of buying infants
outfits already made, as they are far
daintier in stitching and finish than
the home sewed articles.
embroidered by hand, and finished with fine
lace ruiies and clusters OF minute tucks. Hem.
nicely finishes the skirts of the more simply made
garments while the most expensive long dresses
delicate and never overstepping the marx OF taste
full simplicity.
Palmer garments are prettily trimmed with mar
laces and tucks and handembro.dery, too
forms important feature or the skirt decora-
tions-
A complete larette consists of many needfui
ticies which generally sold in entire sets. al
though any number Of pieces may be bought sep
arately.
Long dresses OF different degrees of fneness and
decoration while underskirts and long flannel pet
ticoats are perhaps the most important garments.
frills and narrow ribbons.
Among other necessary articles are snug little
vests which are blessing to any baby. the soft
knitted fabrics of cotton, silk or wool cannot irri-
are elastic and n such fine texture that they never
bind or crease cause discomfort to the tiny
wearer
Infants bands are made of this same material
and are as light and fine as the most fastidlons
mother could desire. They provided with shout
der straps which button and which can be adj
iusted without any difficulty Modern intelligence
has discovered a way of dressing babies which has
done away with the tightly drawn, excruciatins
bands and mulfitudncus safety pins; and our sup
py Of comfortable and practical infants garments
Of woven fabrics Is complete In every detail
Dainty house jackets Of cashmere lined with soft
siIk are as pretty possible, while those OF cfeps
and silk are lovely 10 look upon.
Long kimonos of white silk trimmed with plain
six bands are an aesthetic touch TO add TO q
baby's outfit, and these dainty garments are with
out eomparsoH in finish and materials.
Wicker HAMPERS with 4 comm0dious tray are pro-
yided for slowing these delicate little belongings.
and baby baskets are already trimmed with silk
and lace and may be fitted with brushes. puffs
and powder pins and other things to be found In
the drug and notion departments ON the FIRST floor.
Infants wicker toilet baskets boon when
travelling with baby. and save many inconveni-
ences and much discomfort.
Odd little articles for babies made Of 1tork
shcefing and are invaluable TO keep them tidy,
sweet aud healthy
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

Perdicaris the American who was cap
tured by brigands in Morocco, is an author.
If he had not been before. he would. of
course. follow the custom of captives and
become one
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
A Paraphrase.

Some men are born to greatness:
With luck their lives begin.
And some achieve distinction
And others just butt in"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
A Skeptic.

Hes too honest to use money on an cleo
ton"
WELL" said Senator Sorghum. II don't
know. Maybe he's too honest and then
again. maybe he's too economical"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
A Hard Knock.

From the Baltimore American.
A democratic candidate who was really
logical would look terribly out OF place at
the head of his party.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
Coming Events.

From the Providence Bulletin
The first important battle that the Rus
slams win will make nearly as much of a
stir In the world as the first speech that
Judge Parker delivers
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

1t is really amusing to note the conster-
nation of base ball clubs that come here
expecting to find the Washingtons habit
ually eaSy
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
The Making Of a Great Man.

Socrates was wonderfully patient for
bearing, forgiving. though greatly imposed
upon. man." said Mrs. Meekton.
Yes" answered Leonidas, land 1 under
stand he owed 1t all to his wife"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

With war going on in Asia and brigandage
flourishing in Europe and North Africa. 1t
looks as If civilization still had much to
accomplish.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

II the car insists on going to the front
he should at least take the precaution of
staying on land instead of venturing In any
battle ship
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

UIn order to avoid delays on account Of
personal absence, letters to THE STAB
should not be addressed to any individual
connected with the ONCE, but simply TO
THE STAR, OF to the Editorial or Busi-
ness Departments, according to tenor or
purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
Knew Them.

From the New York World.
When President Clowry really tried he
had no trouble in locating the pool looms
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

It is not likely that the great winter
killing of bees will have any effect on the
amount Of honey produced.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

Mr.. Cortelyou is not a bad example OF
what an intelligent and Industrious young
American can do for himself.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

The public can always be trusted to dis
play any amount Of industry and ingenuity
to defeat efforts to protect it from the book
makers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
The National Game.
From the Chicago News.

Fr0n Cnfcdgo NeBS.
1t is said that there are between 800 and
LOCO base ball clubs In the vicinity of Chi
cago alone. That shows ju-. how the in
terest in the national game is waning"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

Dowie says he will be back next month,
but makes no report as to whether Austria
liza has been converted.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

When all the trusts have been merged and
all the mergers consolidated the solemn
question of who shall be supreme magnate
will arise.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

The report that Cervera is in danger
brings thrill of sympathy to the mind Of
every American who admires good loser
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

1t would have been unreasonable for
Japan to expect Russia to lose all the war
ships.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

Possibly w. J, Bryan hopes to make one
OF those wonderful rallies in the ninth
inning.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

Judge Parker has kept silent so long that
the novelty is beginning to wear off.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
And They Have to Play, Too.

Here in Boston people go out to the ball
grounds to see the local ball nine play. In
Washington people go to see the visiting
ball nInes play.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

Long kirlonos of white silk trimmed with plsi
silk hands are an aesthetic touch to add TO
baby's outfit and these dainty garments are witt
out comparison in finish and materials
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

Wicker hampers with commodious tray are pro-
yded for slowing these delicate little belongings.
ana baby baskets already trimmed with silk
and lace and may be fitted with brushes. pun
and ,sowder pin, and other things to be found In
the drug and notion departments on the first floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

ticIes which are generally sold In entire sets. al
though any number of pieces may be bought sep
arately.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

Infants wicker toilet baskets boon wher
travelling with baby. and save many inconveni
ences and much discomfort.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

Palmer garments prettily trimmed with mar
row laces and tucks, and hand-embroidery. too,
forms an important fea ture OF the skirt decora-
lions.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

odd little articles for babies made of 8tork
sheeting and are invaluable to keep them tidy,
sweet aud healthy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

Long dresses Of different degrees Of 6neness and
decoration. while underskirts and long flannel pet
ticoats are perhaps the most important garments.
excepting the night dresses. With their dainty lace
frills and narrow ribbons
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21

Among other necessary articles snng little
vests which are blessing to any baby, the soft
knitted fabrics of cotton. silk wool cannot irri-
tate the most sensitive skin. The wee understands
are elastic and If such fine texture that they never
bind or crease or cause discomfort to the tiny
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-05-21
Glucose.

the New York Mail