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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

to ~ per cent increase In the miners
wages II we granted that 1t would be nee
essary for us to raise the price OF coal, and
the public would not stand for that. we
are willing, however, to readopt the present
agreement with the miners. perhaps with
some notifications that can be mutually
decided upon"
Just what does this operator mean when
he says: THE public will not stand for
that? The public will stand for anything
that is forced upon 1t. It must stand for
It. It has no redress. 1t cannot go to court
and seek an injunction. 1t must have coal,
and as long as the output is confined to
few corporations, and they are working in
entire agreement 1t must pay the scale set
forth. II the miners strike it will pay for
the strike. If they obtain an eight-hour day
1t will pay for the shortening of the work.
ing period. Public sentiment has very little
to do with the fixing of the rate at the coal
yards.
Now, possibly the operator means that II
the companies yield to the miners demand
for an eight-hour day and put up the price
of coal by twelve per cent to cover the in
creased expense of mining the public will
clamor fof a system whereby the consumers
interests are not constantly placed in jeop-
ardy by the failure of the two sides to con-
duct their business peacefully and econom-
ically. Government ownership has already
been preached, but the country at large
shrinks from the prospect of such form OF
state socialism. government supervision
over the rates to be charged for the neces-
stiles of life is likewise suggested, and Is re-
ceived with more favor. just as there is
growing advocacy of government regulation
of the railroad rates. Public sentiment Is
power. but in the light OF the past 1t Is
rather foolish for a coal operator to declare
that strike must come because the public
will not stand for" an increased coal rate
on the score of eight-hour day. The
public's choice. at best. Is merely between
a rate advance because of pacific settle
ment and an advance because of strike
The public gets the squeeze in either event
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
Under Way In Virginia.

The two candidates for governor OF vir-
ginia are now on the stump, and both are
being well received. Each Is an excellent
representative OF his party. and has demon
strated his hold upon the party. Judge
Lewis, the republican candidate, was nomi-
mated by reclamation, while Mr.. Swanson.
In primary election for the democratic
nomination, received more votes than both
of his competitors put together. Both men
are good speakers and rafting cam
paign should soon be under way. Things
would be livelier If the party managers
would arrange for a series of joint debates.
Judge Lewis is addressing himself almost
wholly to local issues, charging the democ.
racy with mismanagement of state affairs,
and promising on behalf of himself and his
party a greatly improved order Of things
IL intrusted with power. 1t is to be doubted
however. If his criticism Of the appropria-
ton for the jamestown exposition Is well
taken. That is an enterprise in which all
Virginia should take a good deal of inter-
est. Besides. it is the republican party
which. as rule. stands for the widest ad-
vertisement of our development state and
national. 1t has championed all the ap-
preparations made elsewhere for such pur-
poses. Then why not in Virginia?
Mr. Swanson is meeting the points his OPP
ponent makes; he is open to criticism when
he begins 20 generalize. The republican
party Of Virginia today is not the party Of
reconstruction days. 1t calls for considera-
ton with reference to living issues. and as
respects its present personnel. AS man and
citizen his opponent Is easily his equal, and
the rank and file of the republicans are like
the rank and file of the democrats to the
manor born. The old record of either side
may not be edifying, but 1t serves no good
purpose to be invoking the passions of the
past to assist in solving the problems of the
present.
But as the campaign IS young we proba-
bly, may hope for an improved discussion
after the crowds have shown their interest
as they are likely to do, in the more de-
serving of the topics presented
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
A Quadruple Collision.

Today's contribution to the record of train
disasters offers a novel feature. The trou-
BILE was caused first by a head-on collision
between two freights-single-track system
and an engineer disregarding orders. Then
came a secondary collision. a rear-end
bump between two passengers suddenly
blockaded by the first wreck. One of the
passengers-a single train running in sec
tions-had been warned and checked in time
to keep II from running into the freight
wreck. but the second section was too close
to the first TO be notified OF the congested
track. Here, then, were four trains using
the same track. three going In one direction
at brief intervals and fourth advancing
toward them. The disaster happened away
out In Nevada. where a single-track system
Is supposed to meet all the needs OF the
trafic. Yet 1t was possible even In that
desolate region to bring four trains into
collision. There Is evidently as urgent q
need for Misunderstanding reform out In thin
ly peopled Nevada as In the densely settled
sections of the east. where the one-track
relic of antiquity persists in the face or
common sense and the progressive develop
ment of all other industries.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
"1nsane Chatter

A nigh insurance official, addressing a
convention of life underwriters at Hartford
Conn.,, yesterday. said:
ut seems to me time that something
should be said against the insane chat
ter of the hour. do not apologize for any,
thing done, nor defend any person involved.
when l say that there is no more reason to
conclude that life insurance Is unsound
because of the recent revelations, than
there was to conclude that all the national
banks were rotten because a Milwaukee
bank was lately looted by its president"
There has been no disposition to question
the fundamental soundness Of life insurance
because Of the folly and recklessness and
perhaps criminal conduct Of some of the
officials Of the big companies. Public con-
fidence in the system has been shaken but
rot destroyed by the revelations of the past
few months. The "insane chatter" Is pretty
sound comment by highly intelligent body
polite upon a revelation Of gross misman-
agement.
When railroad train is wrecked through
the laundering of operatives or the parsi-
mony of corporations the public sets up a
cry for reform The air Is filled with in
sane chatter demanding double tracks,
block signals, automatic cut-offs and other
safeguards But there is no demand for the
abolition OF railroads The people continue
to believe In them and to use them.
Just so with the life insurance business
There has been a lot Of reckless running.
disregarding signals. stealing switches. dis
honest dealings and deception Of the pub
lie. and there have been some awkward
wrecks of individual regulations, and for a
time the insurance business has fallen on,
Just as traffic falls of somewhat after a
great disaster of the rail-. The intending
RN~ 90
honesty and soundness.
The real insane chatterer Of the hour Is
he who deprecates public criticism Of the
men and methods OF insurance now being
brought to light The best friend of solid
life insurance Is the citizen who demands a
searching inquiry. an adequate punishment
OF the fraud promoters and the re-estab-
lishment of the business on decent. honest
lines.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
The Septamber Locust,

Look yere. Mistuh Hot-bug; we has heard
enough FUN you.
You's been a-hollerin in June, July an Au-
gust. too.
Singin' in de sunshine an a-singin' in de
moon.
It's time you give somebody else chance
to staht tune.
You's hypnotized de sun an got it under
yoh control
Till every time you gives de word he. burns
ton o. coal.
I tells you. Mistuh Hot-bug. way up yon-
der in de tree.
You's due to git yoh notice dat you's sing
in of de key.
Dat oil thermometer IL 'shamed to look me
in de eye;
De mercury is dizzy fun a-standin' up SO
high:
He say you got him hoodooed in way dat
ism fair.
An as long as you keep singin' he mus
keep a-roostin' there.
rs powful fond O music. but you's led me
sech a dance
warns you dat it's time to give Miss
Katydid a chance.
You's wantin' too much notice. II you'll
take hint FUN me.
You's done wore out yoh welcome, and
you's singin' on de key.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
Fifth floor. G ST.
Guaranteed
Sewing Machines.

It is a mistaken idea that it is ncc-
essary to pay an exorbitant price
for high-grade machine.
The antiquated selling plan of tue
pioneer machine manufacturer,
whereby it cost as much to market
machine as it now costs to build
one, finds little favor in progressive
merchandise centers today. We sell
machines upon the same basis as We
do other merchandise reasonable
profit only.
The machines offered by us, being
made by the Oldest and best manu-
facturers in this country, in accord
ance with our own specifications,
represent all that is best in the way
of material, workmanship and finish.
The improvements are the latest and
the entire mechanism is light run
ming, practically noiseless and sell
adjusting. The cabinets are made
from best quality solid oak and are
beautifully finished.
Sos to $4,000.
The $40. 90 is Hand Machine.
Our demonstrators will be glad to
acquaint any, one interested with the
many points of superiority and merit
embodied in our machines and to at
ford instruction in the management
of the machine generally.
Second floor. G ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
The Public and the Coal Situation.

distinct understanding prevails among
the common people of this country that
they usually pay the cost of any trouble
that may arise between capital and labor.
This understanding has become settled
conviction in the case OF the coal supply.
II may be stated as a fixed fact that IL
there Is a coal strike next spring, as now
seems strongly possible. the consumer will
bear the burden OF not only the suspension
OF mining. but any adjustment that may be
made adding to the expense of marketing
the commodity. Therefore the following
utterance by an unnamed operator who was
quoted In this mornings news dispatches
from the coal regions anent the expected
demand Of the miners at their December
convention for an eight-hour day has a Pc
culiar sound. worthy OF brief consideration:
AN eight-hour day would be equivalent
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

upon the United States. OF course he aid
not move in that direction, for he had been
here. had cast his eyes over the country,
and had presumably made q fairly shrewd
estimate of the national resources ana
fighting capacity. But Gen. Reyes never
theless stood for the cry OF death to the
Americana" which has at times been raised
in Colombia, although he restrained himself
in his official attitudes.
Now Gen. Reyes. presuming upon his
popularity as an exponent Of the radical
anti-Americanism OF the Colombians. has
declared himself dictator, suspended all
the government departments save the ex-
ecutive. and even imprisoned the members
of the supreme court for daring to inter-
pref the constitution in q manner contrary
to his will. The consequence is an instant
outbreak of the latent revolutionary spirit
of the Colombians, and the country is rapid
ly approaching a state Of chaos. There are
unmistakable signs Of a prolonged reyolu-
ton and general Generalization Of bust
ness Experience teaches that Colombia
will probably be In turmoil for several
years, costing heavily in trade and lives.
Considering the case from the standpoint
of the canal bargain, had Colombia ratined
the treaty 1t would have received from the
United States the sum Of S10.0Oo0OO. II
would have gained the good Will OF the
American people. have fostered the growth
of trade and have retained the invaluable
canal strip as part Of the Colombian terri
tory Grasping at the shadow-undoubtediy
upon the wicked advice of the enemies OF
the canal project-Colombia lost the SUD-
stance And the late developments at
Bogota go far toward removing any doubts
that may yet remain as to the entire WIS
dom of the American course in recognizing
the independence of Panama and ratifying
a treaty that opened the way for the imme-
date execution of the long-delayed enter
prise.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
Pot and Kettle.
From the New York World.

From the New York World.
Judge Parker and the democrats cannot
make partisan capital out Of the New
York LIES gifts to the republican cam
paign funds. Beyond question some in
surance companies also gave money to the
democrats. There were other contributions
of equal improperly. Mr.. Perkins cannot
defend his payment of New York Life to
Mr.. Bliss on the ground that 1t was neces-
sary to protect insurance assets from the
democratic party. To use the money OF
policy holders to promote the success of
any party was dishonorable and corrupt
There is no partisanship tn corruption. 1t
menaces every party In menacing the ma
ton. Decent men of all parties should
unite in demanding state and federal cor
rupt practices acts to stop the evil.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
Chaos in Colombia.

Colombia. having sown the wind when
she repudiated the canal bargain struck
with the United States by her minister at
Washington. is now reaping the whirlwind
of revolution. In the first reaction of ex-
treme anti-Americanism following the re-
lection OF the treaty and the revolt of
Panama, Colombia turned at once to the
most radical of the critics OF the United
States. Gen. Rafael Reyes. and elected him
president. Gen. Reyes took Office with
great pomp and ceremony and there were
dark hints that he proposed to make war
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

Some superb dress goods here In the richest
reds But the building Of red gown requires
some careful considering. very tasteful toilet
can be formed Of red. but 1t will be q positive
toilet of two extremes-either aristocratic-
looking the opposite. Fur and red velvet must
be the trimming Of the red gown. Only a very
tiny showing of lace, and IL should be the best
Irish To enhance the elegance. the fur and velvet
should be placed to gether. band Of velvet, and
line of fur. The waist should be almost entirely
OF velvet.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
Change.

do not have to travel. for the thermometric
range
Is sure in time to bring me the desired
climatic change.
The pace is swift enough to the most I'M
restful soul.
One day we're at the tropics and the next
we're at the pole.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

If Mr. Carnegie should insist on the e*-
elamation of an admiring employe That
d. white Of Andy as his epitaph. ne snouio
build a few more libraries to compensate for
the damage which his tombstone Is hkeiy 10
do to literary taste. t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

The man who succeeds in passing a life
insurance examination ought to know then
and there that the company it not taking
any risks of impaired profits.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

After noting the summary deportation OF
Daurignae. Nine. Humberts elegant broth
er, perhaps the Chinese will not feel sc
much as II they are especially selected OBJ
jects of discrimination.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
New Gold
I Cut Glassware.

We have just received through the
Georgetown Custom House new
lot sof choice. quality Austrian Gut
Glass Gold Ware, in new, dainty
shapes and an unusually artistic pat
tern. The prices are very reason
able.
$I.oo and up.
Fifth floor, G st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

Mr.. Bryan. confident that the country Is
safe in Mr. Roosevet's hands. will take q
trip around the world.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

The Khedive of Egypt has expressed oe'
sire to get acquainted with Presioen'
Roosevelt. He might manage 1t by seirrihs
I'D situation that will require some expert
peacemaking.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

Richard Croker must find 1t strange to
view so much investigation OF pecuniary
pranks in New York without any mention
of his name.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

The multiplicity OF suggestion as to the
Panama canal is in danger OF developing
the suspense created by an effort to guess
which shell the pea is under.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
No Preference.

what do you consider the most pleasant
month in the year?"
IT haven't any preference" said the dis
contented man. "Bills come due in all Of
them just about the same"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
A Minus-x Power.

From the Louisville CourierJournal.
Russia says M. White. remains in the
east, the great power she has hitherto
been" But In view of the recent test. how
great a power has she really been?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

Grays becoming to all. old and young. Very
small checks In gray particularly popular in
tailored suits for fall Our display Of grays
is specially attractive being of the qualities that
admit Of velvet trimmings. which nothing less
than tawdry on cheap goods. The judicious woman
will have bit OF the same velvet that trims her
suit appear on her hat to match.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
Religion.

Thoroughly good books on themes
7life-devotional. homiletic, inspiring,
cheerful-consisting of essays and
sermons. admonitions and encourage
ments in the battle of life All kinds
Of devotional books. both for private
use and public worship. Commenta-
ries and Dictionaries of the Bible.
Prayer Books, Daily Companions.
ETC.. will be found here, and in great
variety.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

China has conveyed the assurance .ha'
though Americans may occasionally oe poy
cotted they are not to be socially ostracised
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

France has not yet shown the snshtes'
disposition to repent OF Its Panama cahai
bargain.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

The recent peace conference proved 81
eminentIy satisfactory that the car DC
Heves he can stand another.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

In spite of the disturbances reported from
Japan. Rojestvensky appears to have felt
as safe there as at st. Petersburg.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
His Originality.

"You don't consider Mr.. Blink original?'
NO." answered Miss Cayenne. ''The ex-
tent of his originality is his prejudice
against quoting anything as the author
wrote IT."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
BUZZ, BUZZ.

From the Atlanta Constitution.
There is q suspicion that the presidential
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

by de time you's old enough" said
Uncle Eben, ito tell de dfff'rence between
a broken heart an disappointed vanity,
you's old enough to realize dat 1t doesn'
make much diff renee. nohow."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

The man who hung on to his straw nat
was indicated this week.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
The Men tassRiame.

From the Chicago Record Herald.
One way of putting 1t is that the men
drive women into liberal arts by monopo-
iizing law and medicine.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

The soft wools and silky materials In gray mold
into most beautiful dinner and evening gowns.
which be deliberately enhanced by bright velvet
and lace.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
Bumper Crops.

From the New York Mail
Every additional word about the crops
make II clearer that prosperity has received
a bumper and adversely a bump.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

Blues. like the red dress materials, greatly
enhanced by using much velvet. but q liner texture
Of lace suits any shade Of blue. well II does
the pale grays.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
SHOOTING STARS.
Fallen Pride,

"You say you took the conceit out OF
Priggins?'
YES Persuaded him to have his picture
taken by a seaside photographer"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

Judge Parker has the instinct of veteran
In desiring to fight his battles over again.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

The announcement that the backbone OF
summer is broken is sadly overdue
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
Essays.

The kind of writing which Is neither
narrative nor fiction, but which treats
of themes of everyday life in va
rious phases, intoxicating sublime
ideas and ethical and moral truths In
a most enticing manner.
To attempt to name our leading es-
sayists would make a very long list,
and many a sermon is preached by
our writer's who follow but do not
eclipse the Sage of Concord, R. w.
Emerson.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
Domestic.

Cook Books of all the approved
makes--at least dozen good ones.
Household Economy, Etiquette,
Household Games and Parties, Use
full Pastimes. and others which per-
tain to home and home life. Old Fur
niture. Oriental Rugs, Historic Dress.
&c.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

Very rich goods here In green. which Is q IA
vorite Of many welI-dressed women. For church
and carriage costumes the dark greens partic-
ularly elegant. They admit OF much embroidery
and other tinted trimmings and all the hest laces.
These bright fnishings render the greens becom-
ing to any style Of beauty.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20

We importers. Hence our patrons
have the unequalcd advantage OF securing materials
chosen from the most celebrated looms OF the
world. In selecting dress goods the wearer's fig
should be considered quite carefully the
complexion. hair and eyes. This Is particularly
advisable this season. which is rich with varieties
of color.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
Travel.

Books of Travel and Description
are the most delightful companions.
and now that the Art of Photography
has been harnessed to the craft OF
Bookmaking, books Of this sort are
Joy forever. The demand seems to
be for books descriptive of countries
remote from our own. therefore.
many of the books of this character
are foreign in theme at least. Books
in this section are models OF beauty.
and the prices are moderate.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-09-20
Special Value i'm
WOrmen's Hosiery.

We have just secured a lot OF
Women's Hose, which we offer at
nearly half the usual. price. Some
are cotton, some Isle thread, and
there are several effects in colo-s.
All sizes.
I5c. pair.
Regular price, csc.
Main floor. st.