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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
The Black Sea Situation

III would seem as though the policy OF
the British ministry IN this latest deyelop
hiert OF Russias trouble is to force the ST
petersburg government to an acknowledge
meht OF It's weakness at home In the
mouse OF commons yesterday Earl Percy,
the foreign under secretary of state. re-
phed TO an inquiry in terms suggestive of
TINS determination on the part of the min
lstry He was asked If friendly sugges-
tions should not be made to Russia that
the treaty excluding foreign warships from
the Black should be suspended to en-
able British vessels to safeguard the lives
and property of British subjects at Odessa
He said that the present circumstances do
not afford sufficient grounds for such a
departure from the treaty rules There
was nothing. he added to show that the
Russian government lacks adequate means
for protecting British subjects in common
with the rest OF the world. or that the
arrival o. British warships would improve
the situation.
Russia has dismantled her fleet and is to-
day virtually impotent on the Black sea
She is evidently relying upon the weaken
ing of the courage or the wasting of the
stores of the mutinous crew of the Potem-
kin. That ship, according to today's dis
patches, IS now meaning Tor ODESSA. she
may cause disturbance there or she may
surrender to the authorities. But If she
secures stores and her commanders con-
tinue belligerent. she will unquestionably
become a menace to commerce and to the
lives of aliens at Odessa.
Russia has not thus far acknowledged to
the world that she has voluntarily deprived
herself of her means of enforcing order on
the sea, out of fear of a spread of the
mutiny. Officially the powers are not in
formed that there Is no Russian feet in
those waters. Just how far Great Britain
Is likely to go in proceeding upon the
assumption that Russia cope with the
case remains for disclosure. 1t would per-
haps precipitate highly interesting and
important situation if the Potemkin were
to seize a British merchantmen and take
her stores. thus putting the Russian gov
eminent in the position where 1t must con-
fess that IL cannot protect it's own or for
e!gn interests from a single pirate ship.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
Buying Pistols.

An incident which occurred yesterday in
this city illustrates aptlY the deficiency of
the present law In regard to the sale of
car overheard a negro tell another of his
intention TO shoot 3 man and that he was
then on his way to buy a pistol for that
purpose at certain shop. The passenger
promptly notified the police. who found the
would-be murderer he was inspecting the
arrested and was later released, inasmuch
as he had not actually bought the gun and
had no concealed weapons on his person.
AS the law stands the proprietor OF this
shop at liberty to sell the customer the
pistol he wanted. being required only to
rnako record OF his name and address,
both of which would doubtless have been
fictitious and therefore worthless. He would
BIO amenable TO no regulation unless he had
failed TO do this.
\ proper precautionary statute would I'm
pose severe penalty on the dealer who
sold to any customer deadly weapon with
out the warrant of the court a permit for
mally granted upon application on the as
cunipuon that the applicant was in legiti-
mate need OF the pistol for personal de-
tense. Such permit would of course be
guarded 10 insure the reliable recording of
tho petitioners true name and address and
his occupation and other items necessary
for Identification. A duplicate would be
s'~S aiih 'hA daal>r token OF his au-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

point of virtual acceptance by Sweden In
the words of King Oscar. who has de-
ciared from the throne that he does not
wish for Norwegian allegiance II 1t Is given
under compulsion. II Is difficult 10 see how
the se-called war party in Sweden can
make Roadway against such a sentiment or
on what grounds 1t could force the adop-
ton of a policy of resistance.
peaceful partition will serve as
wholesome object lesson to all nations. The
friends of Norway are now awaiting anx-
iously the news of the process of reorgani-
zation. There has been no recent announce
ment regarding the kingship and there yet
remains the possibility of a failure to Sc
cure monarch. resulting in the establish
ment OF strictly representative form OF
government with the executive styled other
wise than as king A Norwegian republic,
indeed, is by no means unlikely.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
Fourth Of July.

The Fourth of July is an historic day In
the United States. This of is a
Iruisn. Every American says this be-
cause the Fourth is the natal day of the
republic. But the Fourth of July has a pc
culiar place in the calendar Of American
history Independent of it's character as the
national birthday.
The Wyoming massacre took place July
4. 1778. On June 30 in that year a military
force of 400 tories and TOO Seneca Indians.
commanded by Col. John Butler. invaded
the Wyoming valley, and were met by 800
of the valley men. commanded by Col. Zeb-
ulon Butler. On July the valley patriots
were defeated with a loss of two-thirds
their number. and took refuge in Fort
Forty. On July this fort was taken. and
the wounded and other survivors were
slain. Then the valley was ravaged.
July Is the birthday OF the American
tariff. On this day. 1888. the first national
tariff law was adopted 1t was called the
Hamilton tariff. after the Secretary of the
Treasury. who was identified with the prep
aration of the bill. July 4. 1904 was the
birthday of the Mddlesex canal. connecting
Boston harbor and the Concord river. and
July 4. 1917. was the day on which ground
was broken for the Erie canal Thomas
jefferson. author of the Declaration of In
dependence and John Adams, a member CT
the committee to draft and report the Dec
laration of Independence. both died on the
4th of July 1926. The resolution of annex
alton of Texas to the United States was
approved by the Texans in convention July
4. 1Si5. James Monroe, who had been
law student under jefferson, died on July
a. 1881. John c. Fremont, the pathfinder
declared the independence Of California at
Monterey July 4. 1S45.
1t was July 4. 1S4S that the corner stone
of the Washington monument was laid
with impressive ceremony. On July 4. 1861
the Thirtyseventh Congress was convened
In extraordinary session by Abraham Lin
coin. and this Congress made an appropria-
ton of 100000, 900, on the strength of which
appropriation the President called for
10000 volunteers in addition to the 70 OC0
called for April 10, 1861. On July T. 1863
General Pemberton surrendered and vicks-
burg was yielded to federal troops. The
battle of Gettysburg. fought July 1, and
j. 1868. came near being another of the
Fourth of July events of the Union On
the 4th of July, 1866. general amnesty was
proclaimed to all late rebels not under
presentment or Indictment In the United
States Supreme Court"
The site of the exposition buildings in
Paramount Park. Philadelphia was turned
over to the centennial commission July f.
1913. and the Eads bridge over the Missis-
sippi river at st. Louis opened July T.
1874. Hannibal Hamlin. ex-Vice President
died July 4. 1891.
The naval battle off Santiago came near
being a Fourth OF July fight. and the vic
tory over Cervera's squadron was referred
to by Admiral Sampson as a Fourth of
July present"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
The State Department.

Speculation during the first hours follow
ing Mr.. Hays death-speculation in such
matters never waits-favorcd Judge Taft
for the succession. 1t was expected in some
quarters that he would turn back upon re-
ceipt of the news and that the party bound
for the Philippines would proceed without
him. But when It was announced that he
would continue on his journey. canvass
began of other names. and three have COM
manded attention Mr.. Root. MIR. Choate and
Whitelaw Reid have been mentioned as
measuring up to the office. All are in
innate personal friends of the President
and In agreement with him as to policies
MIR. Root has sat at the cabinet table with
him. while Mr.. Choate has served under
him. and Mr.. Reid is now serving under
him at the court OF St. James.
1t is exceptionally able quartet.
Judge Taft and Mr.. Root and Mr.. Choate
are lawyers of the first rank. with generous
experience in public business. Mr.. Reid's
training has been in the school to which Mr..
Hay owed so much. In fact. they worked
together on the same newspaper and
gathered their journalistic laurels at the
same time. The business of the state De-
partment would be we'll administered In
the hands of either of these men.
man of Mr.. Hays temperament and meth
DDS is not available. We need not fear
anything on that account. Mr.. Hay was
wholly unlike Mr. Olney. and yet both had
marked success in the State Department.
Mr. Olney met the questions that arose in
mis- day in his own way. and that way &C
complished the desired ends Mr.. Hay
copied no mans methods. but inaugurated
methods of his own. and with them made a
reputation certain to endure
What therefore if the new man suggests
Mr.. Hay no more than Mr.. Hay old Mr.
Oiney? If a strong man. he will be the bet
ter for his individuality. Let us expect him
10 lay his own course and follow 1t in his
own way. About the main point there can
be no question. He will be a good Ameri
can. proud of our more recent history. and
anxious to see our policies carried to their
legitimate conclusion. No other kind of
man would find favor In Theodore Roose-
fe!ts eyes. or prove acceptable to the
American people.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
Extent Of Russian Outbreaks.

From the New York Tribune.
One Of the most ominous features of the
current outbreaks in Russia Is their wide
racial and geographical distribution They
involve great Russians. little Russians
white Russians. Poles, Firms Jews
Georgians. Armenians and who not else
They occur from the Baltic to the Trails
from the Caucasus to the Neya Out
breaks of such extent not to be re-
garded as merely local or sporadic. They
indicate a dlsaffection widespread as to
be all but universal. All parts of the en-
pire are involved and the remedy essential
is one that will apply to all parts OF the
empire. The disease is past the stage in
which local palliatives would avail. 1t has
become constitutional. and 1t needs consti-
tutional treatment
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
Independence Dav."


From the New York Times
The original idea of the celebration of tho
anniversary occurring today Shines as
our French friends would say, ''by Its an
sence The most noteworthy thing about
the great event which inspired the celebra-
ton Is that We and the world have become
so accustomed to it. its consequences have
taken such form and are so inwoven with
the life of the time. that our feeling toward
the event Is one of acceptance only half
conscious. 1t made tremendous difference
at the time and has made an increasing diff
terence with the passing of years and of
generations, but 1t is to US and to our con-
temporarles matter of course 1t takes
something of an effort even for those who
by study know its significance now to
realize it. while for the great mass of the
American people 1t is the subject of sincere
but rather vague sentiment
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
The Morning After.

The window glass is splintered.
The summer Kitchens burned:
The trees are torn and tattered
Where once the pin wheel turned.
The cat is in the wood box.
The dog has run away:
The parrot hangs its weary head
And feebly says ''hoorayr
The policeman's In the parlor,
And the doctors In the hall.
The patient may recover.
Though the chance at first was small
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

1Oc. Rotary Flour Sleeves. Ic-
Four-string Carpet Brooms. sold regu-
larry at 25c. Special tomorrow. .hoc.
Mop Handle. for brush or mop. Speciai
AT ~
Galvanized Iron Wash Tubs, with cor
rugated sides. Regularly. soc. -. $50.
Crystal Glass Wash Boards. Never
wear out Regularly. 39c. sc.
Mason's Porcelain-lined Top Fruit Jars.
= Special, per dozen. Accommodation. SOc.
Jelly Glasses. with tin tops, best quail
ity. Each at. Irsc.
3-piece Garden Sets, for children. Spe-
Cidl W.
Four accompaniment Steam Cooker. Spe-
ciai tomorrow at 49c.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
The Glorious "Fourth.u
From the New York Herald.

Nov lOFK HefHiu.
One hundred and twenty-nine years old
today! individuals have reached that age
In the life of ordinary nations 1t would
mean mere infancy, but the United States
has in that brief period attained a stature
at which mankind marvels and stands to-
day arbiter among the nations that were
the world rulers when it was born.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

Berkman. after his thirteen years i'm
prisoument for trying to kill H c. Prick
during the Homestead riots. Is still talking
anarchy Herr Most should call on him
and persuade him TO adopt the policy OF
quietude which all anarchists of any promi-
hence have found expedent
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
A Tolerant Spirit.

Don't you find that it broadens your
Views and makes you more sympathetic to
see the young people enjoying themselves
on the Fourth of Juy?"
Yes" answered Mr.. Sirius Barker
After smelling all this burnt powder L
don't feel half as indignant as l used to
toward cigarette smokers"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

People are bound to have life insurance.
The company that can demonstrate It's de-
termination to give a square deal Is the
company that will get the business.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

DR.. Parkhurst may be surprised TO find
that so determined war on vice as that
in which Philadelphia is engaged could be
conducted without his assistance
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
Amending Nature.
From Punch

I
A clever foriculturist has succeeded In
producing with coal-black petals;
and the highest professors of this form of
hyacinth that will smell like an onion.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
Is It In the Unionp

From the Nashville American.
The job of king of Norway Is still open
Those who are charged with the business of
employing a king should state what wages
are to be paid and how many hours day
he Is expected to work.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

The Fourth of July enables the patriotic
citizen TO fully appreciate the glory OF some
of our institutions. particularly the police
and fire departments.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

There Is a strong impression among the
Russian authorities that the best way to
keep battleships out of the hands of rnu-
tineers is to have no battleships
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

Gov Pennypacker sometimes suspects
that Mayor Weaver's respect for establish
ed power is as scant as that of news
paper.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

If H III. Rogers has become a convert to
Christian Science he will hardly advise peo-
pie who have suffered In Wall street to try
the faith cure for an injured pocketbook.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
The Autoist.

He views the 4th's explosive Joy
With condescending mien:
Gunpowder is harmless toy
Compared to gasoline.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
Not a Question of Capacity.

From the Kansas City Journal.
Still. there were some fairly capable men
In the early-day cabinets, although they
didn't step into 100000 Jobs when they re-
tired.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

Tho Igorrotes at Coney Island want to
go home. July weather fills them with
yearnings for a country where trousers are
not de rigeur.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

The treasury deficit does not seem SO
formidable when MFR. Rockefeller, private
citizen. can give away half the amount
without noticing il.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

Henry p. Hyde was man OF tremendous
foresight. But he failed TO insure the good
opinion of posterity
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

large number of Russian citizens are
looking forward to an Independence day of
their own.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
Would Shock Him.

From the Chicago Record Herald.
If Secretary Taft thinks our criminal
courts are a disgrace to civilization he ought
to take a look at some of our Justice courts.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

King Oscar may yet call attention to the
danger which proverbially attaches to the
anger of patient man.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

Rockefeller has gotten rid of S11 900 900
which nobody insists on handling with
tongs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
Around the World.
the Philadelphia Inquirer.

From the Philadelphia Inquirer
What with Porto Rico, Hawaii and the
Philippines. it Is scarcely exaggeration
TO say that our Fourth of July puts ring
of firecrackers around the world.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

Mr. Depew has not yet offered any
sprlghtiy and amusing comment on the cur
tailment OF his Equitable income.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

Mr.. Carnegie and Mr.. Rockefeller may
yet find it desirable to establish some sort
of a philanthropy merger.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

The pay roll OF the Equitable was even
more complicated and bewilderng than the
average endowment policy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

The beef trust may claim that 1t Is I'M
possible to find an unprejudiced jury.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
SHOOTING STARS.
A Danrerous Discrepancy.

IA government official is but a servant OF
the people," said the man with old-fash-
Toned ideas.
YES" answered Senator Sorghum. THE
trouble Is that in so many cases the tips
amount to more than the regular wages"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
Proof.

us there any doubt about our prosper
ity?' asked one statesman.
None whatever" answered the other. eff
you don't believe we have money to burn.
look at the way we celebrate the Fourth of
July"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

1--WE doesn' 'preciate what comes easy.
said Uncle Eben. IF de lightin'-bug was
kind O. fireworks we'd be maxim a terrible
fuss over i'm
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

UIn order to avoid delays on account Of
personal absence, letters to TIE STAB
should not be addressed to any individual
connected with the ofioe, but simply TO
THE STAB, or to the Editorial or Bust
ness pspartmsnts, according to tenor OF
purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
Close at S O'clock Evenings.
Cambria, 9Mc.
Regular a2hc. and
lSc. Grades.

A big lot of "Mill Ends of fine quality
Cambria. In lengths from TO 10 yards.
These are ends of pieces OF the best
known brands from one of the leading
mills lp the country.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

The fashionable Shir- PLAT Skirts OF
cream color Henrietta Wolfe. Full yoke,
closely shirred and sun-burst plated.
Very cool and dressy.
Regular $500 value tomorrow at So. o.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

Ceiling Feather busters. with 4
foot bamboo handles. ............ /
Extra quality White Wash Brushes 1
Mrs. Potts Sad Irons, consisting Of
three irons, stand and handle;
regularly $1.00, for. ............
&C. Asbestos Stove Mats, with tin
edges 81
Challenge Clothes Wringers 81
White Porcelain Cups and Saucers,
sets of six, each. .-................ 3
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
w ash Goods
At Reduced Prices.

Wednesdays news is of this seasons ia
vored Wash Goods at lowered prices. A
buying opportunity that no woman who can
find use for another summer frock or two
will ignore.
Regular 121.c. Cotton Voies, in fig
ures, stripes and checks; black and ~ .
eolored grounds; also plain colors. Re- W1MC.
Linen Suiting. IN natural color: much
sought after for long coats and entire q NN/
suits: regular price 15c. yard. Reduc- II ZA/0C.
Regular Zoe. Dimities, black and white 81
grounds, with black and coored polka 0GoOM G.
dots Reduced ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS.
Dotted Swiss Mulls, In black. and colored
grounds In variety of stripes. figures 30
and dots; also plain black navy. tan and II Oh C.
red. Reduced from 121sc a yard to-. w.
Regular 29c Dotted Pongee. in black and pongee
color, with different size dots; also Mercer n m
lied Poplins, in black. white and colors. Il VIC.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

( Things needed all the time i'm the household
{ are included i'm tomorrow's list-all at lower
} prices than you'll pay elsewhere for good
J quality. The basement contains acres of House.
! wares and Kitchen Helps-and everything has
{ quality to recommend it as we'll as low price.
We win your patronage by deserving it,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04
IF House Furnishings and Home Essentials.

Moth Balls. three pounds for.
Persian Roach Food
Oriental Rice Camphor. large pack
age..... .......................
White Tar Camphorette Gum Cam
phor. large bon. Observation-Disclosures.
Camphorated Flakes, large package
Lavender and Camphor, large pack.
d6c..
Rudisch Bedbug Destroyer, large
/ dozen sheets Manahan's Double
Strength Camphor Sheets...........
10 yards of Colored Shelf Paper,
regularly 1Oc.
so feet best quality Cotton Clothes
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-07-04

Fourth Floor.)
Needed in the country house or city home.
Cool, handsome in appearance and inexpen-
sively priced-if you buy here tomorrow.
Solid Oak Tables and Stands. 30 inches high. Top
measures 16 inches square. Regular 90
SOC value. One to each buyer; tomor- o6WC
Special lot of Pictures in round and square
shapes small and large sizes. Suitable y
for framing. Worth 10c each. Special, sc.
Genuine Smyrna Wool Rugs, strictly reversible
quality. Attractive designs and color ~ n IN
ings. Size 30xG0 inches. Regular $500 - .QDV
Handsome Rattan Rockers, with full roll arm and
back. Pure sheac finish Manufac- GDM 4 m
turer's samples. Worth $3.50. $500 and oOZ.WV
Couch Covers of Imitation Linen q a
strictly reversible quality; 30 inches wide. DOC.
Regular 81 so value, at............................
Der Deutsche correspondent. [volume] (Baltimore, Md.) 1841-1918, 1905-08-29
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TraQc.

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