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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
Suffrage and the Chicago Platform.

The following is taken from the COM
ment OF the New York Evening Post on the
republican platform:
"All the tarifr and trust parts of the
platform conceived and expressed in
low and merCenary spirit bent on
catching votes ut any price and wheed-
ling men into campaign contributions that
ass wouderllgly il the intention can
possibly be To make the campaign such
issues Is there nowhere a breath OK the
old republican aspiration for liberty and
human rights? May not the President and
the republican orators kick all these miser-
able shutfies about the tariff from under
their feet. and make their appeal on a
platform OF fair play and equal rights before
the law for men OF every race and color?
We should be glad TO hope We should
be glad to believe that the plank about
OF their constitutional guarantees meant d
vigorous and honest campaign on that is-
sue. But. frankly. We see no proof that the
party Is in earnest about all that.
I'VE can only judge republican profess
siOns OF solicitude for the negro by republic
can deeds In his behalf. The party has
taken no decided step To recognize him as
a man fully entitled to his political rights.
1t permitted the nomination OF a negro
collector to go unconiirmed by republican
Senate. simply because he was a black man
II talks now about congressional action
but what has il been doing with its Com
crosses while the negro has been discrimi-
mated against? Absolutely nothing. 1t has
not even, by the committee on credentials,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

looked into the grossly unfair and Illegal
conditions OF the suffrage in the south.
Until 1t gives something more than
vague promises therefore. we have no rea-
son to suppose that 1t means to stir in
this matter. catch-all platform simply
has a plank to catch the negro vote In the
north. That was what Senator Hanna
frankly confessed to be the object of the
Ohio platform last year, and, till better
advised. that Is what we must think was
the sole design Of the Chicago platform.
Surely there has been nothing funnier
than this in all our political history. By
what right does the Evening Post speak for
the negro and his claims before the law?
By the right of its alliance with those
who have disfrsnchised him? Has 1t not
in effect. encouraged all that has been done
In the way of bringing about "the grossly
unfair and illegal conditions Of the suffrage
In the south'7 Has not the south's vote
thus obtained twice elected the Posts can
didate for President? Did the Post, on
either occasion. object to the counting of
that vote: And who blocked the nominal
ton or DR.. Crum In the Senate but Mr. TILL
man, who. with the Post will support the
nominee OF the st. Louis convention?
The men with whom the Post is now
cooperating will not declare at St. Louis
for the repeal Of the fourteenth and If
but only for the reason that in the prac-
tice In the south both amendments are null
lifted. They do not consider further action
at this time necessary They are in full
possession Of the ballot boxes. and their
frank and open confession is not to permit
the negro to vote while they control And
II Is by virtue OF the power so obtained that
they are promising the Post and their other
northern allies the votes OF the south at
the next meeting Of the electoral college
As The Star pointed out the other day.
the Evening Post ''roasts'' Tammany. and
then unites with Tammany in the fight for
control Of the country. 1t now "roasts''
the republicans for an alleged neglect of
the negro. while 1t is preparing to unite
with Governor Vardamann of Mississippi
and those Of his school in the effort to re-
store to national power the men who have
deprived the negro Of all his political rights.
Could inconsistency and contradiction go
further?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
Take Care of the Horses,

The humane man who owns a horse these
days of summer will take thought of the
comfort and health of the animal. even an
he considers his own. He will see that the
horse is given sufficient water to drink
and that his mouth is occasionally swabbed.
He Will provide him with a shade to keep
the suns rays from his head. to lessen the
suffering incident to his labor in the OPEN
He will look to his stall to see that it il
well ventilated and as far as possible kept
free of flies, He will not bang or dock the
horses tail. but allow 1t to grow to full
length, so that it may be used to switch
away the Fostering insects. He will not
drive his horse too hard or too fast In the
middle of the day, and when stabbed will
see that he is groomed at once.
For the horse. while a strong and willing
worker. is a sensitive animal, and suffers
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
Unit Rule and Instructions.

This is a dispatch which appears in the
morning papers from Cricago
James H. EckeIs one OF the Illinois dele
gates to tile ST. Louis convention. will lead
g bolt from Hearst. despite the Instructions
at Springfield The HNpk.ns-Suilivan de-
mocracy Of Chicago. Ban I. Cable and other
down-tEc-state delegates will follow suit
gladly. According to 5000 information. a
poll If the Illinois delegation will be:
Against Hearst. - votes, for Hearst. -
votes.
THE chairman of the Illinois delegation
will 80 announce the vote, but will add
that under the unit rule adopted at the
state convention at Springfield. the totai
vote will be cast against Horst. Mr.
Eckels said today:
II was elected from a district which
voted against Hearst Instructions at the
primary. and l will carry out the wishes OF
the democrats OF that district at st.
Louis
Here Is bunko. pure and simple. That
the action of the Illinois democratic con-
yention was a surprise to the country can
rot be denied That Ii was the result OF
political schem.ng. rather than an honest
expression of opinion. we may easily De-
l!eve. But that 1t was regular. as such
things go and that II is binding. according
to the canons of the political world. one
need not stop to argue The Illinois dele
Il.
points: to vote for Mr.. Hearst and to vote
as a unit. The Instructions cover the one
point as completely the other, and the
unit ,'ule has always obtained in demo-
cratic conventions.
Is this Cleveland move for deadlocking
the st. Louis convention? Mr.. Eckels Is
Cleveland man-one of those worshipful In
dividuals who have never stood straight
since the Sage of Princeton became ma
tional quantity. He bows down before him.
Mr.. Cleveland is his pillar of cloud by day
and his pillar of fire by night. His we'll
settled opinion is that Mr.. Cleveland is the
only man who can save the country; that
Theodore Roosevelt can beat anybody else:
and that if Roosevelt is elected eternal
smash will be in store for US just around
the corner.
Now. Is plain enough if Mr.. Eckels Is
not bound by instructions for Mr.. Hearst,
Mr.. Murphy IS not bound by instructions
for Judge Parker. The New Yorker may
plead as the Chicago man does. that his
district was, and still is, opposed to the
action OF the state convention. 1t Is against
Judge Parker. IT, therefore. Mr.. Eckels
breaks jail. why not Mr. Murphy? And If
both break Jail where will be the end of the
mutiny? Mr.. Hearst will lose votes here
and gain some there. And the same will
be true of Judge Parker. The box will re-
ceive a rude shake, and the new figures
drawn out will be a puzzle to everybody.
The convention must pass upon Mr..
Eckeis' proposition. and the first clash over
the nomination may come right there.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
Rivals for Attention.

The sweet girl graduate has spoke,
And in her winsome way
Has won applause from older folk
BY what she had to say.
And having told US how to live
And peace and JOY enhance.
The sweet girl will retire and give
The orator a chance.
And We'll remember that sweet girl
And think on what she said,
Likewise upon the truant curl
Which romped about her head.
And when the winter comes once more
Unto this earthly spot.
Though we O'erlook the orator,
She will not be forgot
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
Sanitation.

From the Indianapolis News.
Modern sanitary science teaches that pre-
VentiOn Is better than cure. 1t has been
demonstrated that some of the commonest
and most fatal diseases. notably typhoid
fever and consumption. tuberculosis, are
largely preventable. These diseases carry
off thousands of people every year whose
death. aside from other considerations, ts a
great money loss to the state. The proven
ton of these diseases is. therefore, a matter
of universal interest and to some extent a
proper subject of state action. What the
experts have to say on the subject should
command attention. AT least one thing is
being more and more borne into the public
consciousness. and that is the necessity un-
der modern conditions of life of providing a
thoroughly scientific method of sewage dis
posaI
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
Women on the Golf Links.
From the New York Herald.

FfOni Tue NOW IOfK HeFHIG.
Golf Is grand old game. Of course, but
Its widespread popularity in this country,
its marvellous growth here in the last few
years. Is largely due to the interest that 10
taken In it by young women. II it were
not for their presence in goodly numbers
on the links no such public favor as golf
has met with would have been recorded 1t
Is repetition Of the old story of the opera
season; the presence of pretty women in
the boxes makes US all pretend to love
music and crowds the Metrop Titan. The
young American girl who plays golf not
only fills in the picture prettily, but plays q
rafting gocd game-as Is evidenced In the
scores made in the women's metropolitan
championship games on the Apawarais
grounds. which were concluded in fine stJ
yesterday.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
Solid Silver
Novelties.

We are also showing a beautiful line
of rich and artistic silver pieces. in
Guiding Bonbon Dishes. COMFORTS. Berry
Bowls, Salad Bowls. Butter Dishes.
Card Trays, etc, with richly carved
borders of peoples. apple blossoms. pond
lilies and carnations. in the very FASH
ionable French gray or Butler finish.
Also Solid Silver Vases. with gold and
porcelain Innings. Also rich Wine De-
canters and Claret Jugs. etc.
Main floor-Eleventh street.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

Altamont. spring water from Deer Park. sd. II
sounds refreshing and do you know that without
going TO Deer Park you may quan every day OF
this famous, delightful, everlimpid. health giving
spring water? 1t is brought here fresh from the
celebrated. cool flowing spring, and the price is
very low that it is within reach OF the most
moderate means. Snow pure crystalclesr this
gift OF nature assumes the chocolate
tint that often discoOrs the Potomac
Altnmont is par excellence the drinking water Of
Washington.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

The latest and best water cooler shown Is made
OF indurated fiber. a n-conductor and has within
a large glass water jar. around which the ice Is to
be packed. The special sanitary feature OF this
cooler is that the arrangement prevents the mix
ture with the water OF any impurities that may
be In the ice. The cooler he used not only
for water but also for ice lemonade and other
summer beverages
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
Quadruple-Plate
Tableware.

Tea Sets. 5 pieces. $1,000.
Coffee Sets. 3 pieces. 1926.
Chocolate Pots. $500.
Water Pitchers. $500.
Cake Baskets. $500.
Syrup Pitchers. $500 and So
Soup Tureens, $3.50.
Salad Bowls. $500.
Cigar Jars. SLIGO.
Bread Trays. $500
Card Trays. $1.OO.
Serving Trays. SEQ
Coffee Urns. $500.
Candiesticks. $500.
Ice Tubs. $500.
Salt and Peppers. Csc. each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

Mr.. Fairbanks was once a freckle-faced
boy who had to work for a living. The
freckle-faced boy who had to work is one
of the glorious figures Of American pol-
tiles. and it is good to see him coming to
the front once more
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
SHOOTING STARS.
Interesting Possibilities.

"If Homer were alive now" said the poet.
do you think people would pay any atten-
ton to him.
"They might" answered the man who Is
seriously absurd. IF Homer were still alive
and hadn't been persuaded to shave. he
would have the most remarkable whiskers
on record"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
The EAGER Onlooker,

Coin to convention If
1t takes my bottom dollar.
Haven't got no business.
Jes' goin' there to hOller.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
Read the Declaration.


Some Impotence is expressed with our
crude way Of celebrating the Fourth of
July. Some OF them are indeed frivolous.
but nearly all holidays-patriotic. religious
or memorial-are now given up to various
phases OF personal enjoymcnt A specially
Dhould still be made. though, Of the Decla-
ration CT Independence. 1t is d great paper
The rising generation should not be per
mitted to lose sight of It,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

Ellen Stones failure to offer any COM
ments or suggestions in connection with
the Perdicaris case proves conclusively
that she and her lecture manager are no
longer contemplating public appearances.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
Adjective and Advert.

well. Willie" said Miss Goffins as she
interrupted the young man who was st. =
ing into space: ARE you thinking hard:
No he answered. in a tone Of restgna-
tion mot hard. Hardly"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
The Invasion Of China.


Here Is a WoO-Sung milk "ad" from the
Shanghai Times: I'VE open at Woo-Sune
in the south OF the telegraph company for
sale the foreign milk. the taste are sweet
the milk are pure and the price are fust
We haven't put any water in it, II examine
out, won't pay a single cash. II you want
to buy 80 you will know the foreign cows
chop. Gen Sung Kee." Wouldn't that cur
die yOui
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
The Difference.

Don't you think that Shakespeare moral
ICES a great deal?" said the prolific play
wright.
YES" answered Mr. Stormington Barnes:
1.-The difference is that Shakespeare moral
ICES and the modern dramatist democrat
ICES
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

Mr.. Morton will of course be criticised at
the outset for not having vocabulary like
that employed in sea story. But pre-
yious experience has shown that the du-
ties OF the office do not actually require 1t.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

The Japanese declare that they are fight
ing for peace in the far east. They recog-
nize the fact that under modern conditions
peace can sometimes be purchased only by
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

Mr.. Perdicaris' accounts of his captivity
since his release do not convey quite the
same expression OF appreciation that APP
peared when his correspondence was edited
nv RaisOu1l
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

There Is disposition among some OF the
prominent democrats to refrain from pledg-
ing their support until they make sure that
their own chances are not worth nursing.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

Speaker Cannon is referred to as being
condemned to rest by his physician. The
phrase as applied to so energetic man Is
antly chosen.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

The Sultan Of Morocco has more respect
for civilization than formerly. He may
even decide that maintaining brigand ID
more expensive than keeping an automo-
bile, and vastly more dangerous.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
Business and the Camnaien

From the Chicago Record Herald.
The coming campaign itself will not iniure
business at all. Whatever injury there is
will be cue solely to the superstition of bus
mess men that presidential campaigns and
poor trade necessarily go together
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

Every housekeeper should know that an alumni
mum Tea Kettle will burn even II allowed to
stand Oh the stove for hours without water. Only
$265 for 5-quart size. An average sized iron pre-
serving kettle will outweigh sixteen pieces Of
aluminium utensils-average size.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
Here, Too!

From the Baltimore American =.
There's music in the air-at the parks
and thousands enjoying the refreshing
union of ozone and melody
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

The Russian populace do not believe the
reports of defeat Some think them too
bad and others too good to be true.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

There will be such an eagerness to talk in
st. Louis that any remarks which Judge
Parker might have made will never be
missed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

Gummed Preserve Labels for preserves. pickles
and jellies VIII be appreciated by houseksepers
who put uE large quantities OF fruit for winter
They consist Of small paper tablets hearing the
names of different fruits and outlined with per-
forations like stamps. The sheets bound In
convenient booklet form. aud the labels may lie
torn OF readily and applied fruit jars, stamps
are to envelopes
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

Maryland will not be at all surprised to
hear rumors that Mr.. German Is getting ul
around the-corner combines to defeat Par
ker
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
Helpful Hints
For Summer.

The Electric Flat Iron Is "A positive boon TO those
who will find only incandescent lights at the va
ri"us resorts this summer. II Is absolutely safe,
clean and simple. Price for such comfort $500
for small size.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

Oyster Bay Will now resume its proud
place as a center of American activity.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
An Idea of Enthusiasm.

You say you dislike enthusiasm at a
convention"
Il do so ..--
What is your idea of enthusiasm
Staying awake all night, listening to
bands playing Hot Time in the Old
Town."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

ST. Louis will now proceed to use It's Ut
most endeavors to eclipse Chicago's con-
vention as we'll as it's fair.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

The fearful rise in the price of pie at St.
Louis cannot be attributed to either the
beef or the coal trust.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

The Picnic Basket for automobiles is of English
make. 1t comes In willow. and the cup and sau-
GERS, ETC., of white enamel
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
Rogers Forks,
Spoons and Servers,

Soup Ladies. s2.25 each
Pie Knives. $135 EACH
Pickle Forks, 25c. each
Butter Knives. soc each
Berry Spoons. 81 % each.
Gravy Spoons, S1.25 each
Fish Knives. $1.0O each.
Sugar Spoons. soc each.
Oyster Forks, $500 dozen.
Child's Knife, Fork and Spoon. in case.
soc. set.
Triple-plated Dinner Knives, So % dozen.
Trfple-plated Dessert Knives, 500
dozen
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

GI1n order to avoid delays on account OF
personal absence. letters 20 THE sTA8
should not be addressed to any individual
connected with the ofaoe, but simply to
THE STAR. or to the Editorial or Bust
ness DEPARTMENT., according to tenor or
purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
Black MOf1airS.
MOhair Brilliantine,
soc. to $3.50 a yard.

Mohair Sicilian,
75c. to $500 a yard.
Main floor. G st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
Cream MOfr airs.

A choice assortment of Cream
Mohair Brilliantines and Sicilians.
soc. to SI.25 a yard.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25

Rogers Forks
Spoons and Serv
Plain Patterns.
Teaspoons. $1.2O dozen.
Dessert Spoons. $500 dozen.
Tablespoons. $3.50 dozen.
Dessert Forks. $3.50 dozen.
Dinner Forks, $3.50 dozen.
Fancy Patterns.
Teaspoons, $3.50 dozen.
Dessert Spoons. $500 dozen.
Tablespoons. $500 dozen.
Coffee Spoons, $500 dozen.
Dessert Forks. $500 dozen.
Dinner Forks, $500 dozen.
Cream Ladies. Soc. each.
Gravy Ladies'. $1.25 each.
Oyster Ladies. $2.25 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-25
MOhair Fancies,

In large variety of colors and de-
signs. in mixed, figured and striped
effects.
Sr.oo to $3.50 a yard.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-03-19
A SPLENDID CONCERT.
BENEFIT GIVEN 1T HARMONTE
 HALL.

Mrs. Nora Russell Haesehss Accom-
 panied by HoratIo Parker, scores Big
 success-Many other Artlsis of Note, InciudIng Miss Belle ManrOss sisouF- ney. Miss GeDsvievs E. Bailey and
 George E. Av:s.
 The complimentary concert which was given in Harmonic hall last even- ling to Harry Howe Whitaker was a
 splendid success and greatly pleased the three hundred or more lovers of music present.
 George E. Avis rendered the first number on the programme. He was in good voice, his most effective number
 being The Armorer's Song." He also sang "The Watch"
 Miss Belle Manross Sigourney follow ed and effectively played Souvenir de
 Bade" fantasie. which is a brilliant piece of the Belgian school. Mrs. Nora Russell Haesche rendered the next number, which was "Lieti Sig Inori.'' Hueguenots. She was. as always, in beautiful voice, her clear enunciation delighting her audience. Dvorak. Suite Op. 9S, as rendered by
 Miss Kate Lewis. was characteristic of
 Dvorak and we'll played. Ambrose Thomas ''Connais tu le pays" Mignon. was artisticaily given 1 by Miss Genevieve Elizabeth Bailey. l Horatio Parker's "Serenades and The Blackbird.'' both of which were dedicated to Mrs. Haesche, were rem 1 dered by her last evening, Professor
 Parker accompanying on the piano. In
 response to deafening applause ''Un- certainty" was sung as an encore. 1 MT. Avis then rendered Mozart's 'Oh Isis and Osiris, Guide Me" and Schu-
 bert's "The Wanderer." His pathetic
 longing in the latter song was loudly
 applauded.
 i The next number was rendered by
 Miss Bailey. She sang Victor Herbert's
 '.Priestess' Song and Goring Thomas A Summer Night" Mir Whittaker's l accompanying was excellent.
 The next numbers were F. Remarks
 ''Berceuse" and Ovid Musin's "Valss
 de Concert" Op. '. and they were rem l dered by Miss Sigourney. These were followed by Rubinstein's l The Song of the Birds" by Mrs Haesche and Miss Bailey.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-03-19
HE FELL TEN STORIES.
(Continued from Fourth Page )


 beams or girders. One of those girders in it's fall scraped down the side of the Hotel Patterson, tearing off the fire es- cape on its way down. My idea is that somehow I got on that beam and rode on it to the ground. The collison with the Hotel Patterson broke the force of the fall, but the wonder is, if I was on the beam. I was not knocked off. l know that when I struck the bottom ] Handed on my feet and was thrown heavily. Had ! landed on my head l must surely have been Killed
 Weisuller. who is thirty-seve years old. was born in Hesse, Germany. He has been in this country several years and speaks English fiuently. Aside from his slight injuries, he appears to be all right. But, strong man that he is, he cannot even now speak of his try ing experience without displaying em- .tion
 Tt was terrible sensation" he said It makes me shrudder to think of it. pray God may never experience such a thing again, ,"-New York Tribune.