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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02
The Districts Year.

The capital city's record for the year
1904. which is printed at length in another
part OF The Star today, clearly shows that
material improvement has been made by
the District along all lines The year has
witnessed no great local disasters and has
been marked by a continuation of prosper
ity, with all indications pointing to rise
in the tide of welI-being. In its relations
with Congress and the general government
the municipality has Jared WELL although
IL has had to contest, at times stubbornly
for funds for the proper maintenance of
it's necessary institutions and the provision
of equipment 1t is blessed. however in
that there is an unmistakable national SEN
timent in favor of the rapid development Of
the capital city on a scale betting the
country's wealth and power. That senti-
ment is finding expression steadily in the
form of legislation and the sweeping away
of old prejudices.
The record printed today shows the local
history in interesting detail. One of the
most instructive and suggestive items is
that which gives a list of the conventions
of national organizations held here during
the year. Washington is maintaining its
reputation for being the favorite meeting
place OF all kinds of associations of people
and If it were provided with an appro-
pirate place for the assemblage OF large
numbers 1t is not to be questioned that it
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02
Let There Be a Big Time.

From thu Roanoke World.
It is mistaken idea that great display
at the inauguration of President of the
United States savors too much of imperial
pomp and ceremony and Is inconsistent with
our republican simplicity. The presidency
of tire United States is the highest Office in
the world, and the induction of any man
into that Office is a most notable event. 1t
does not SAVIOR of imperialism that such an
occasion should be accompanied by a great
display. Such display calls attention at
once to the greatness of the country and
stimulates the patriotism and pride of coun-
try of Its citizens. 1t is not tribute to the
man who happens to be inducted Into the
Office that great crowds attend the cere-
mony. 1t is tribute to the exalted office
and a pledge of devotion to the welfare of
the country over which the officer entering
upon the duties. of the Office is to preside as
its chief executive.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02

The mikados command to General Nogi
that all possible honors be extended to
General Stoessel, in recognition of the gal
lantry of his defense, his services to his
own country and his humanity In recogniz-
ing the futility of further resistance, is an
act of kindness that will be applauded by
the whole world. 1t proves that the Jap
anese have nothing to learn from the west
ern world in point of consideration for
others, and that they are past masters in
the art of making friends. This graceful
acknowledgment Of the gallantry of the foe
in the hour of his surrender saves StoesseI
from any possible degree of humiliation
and appraises his services to Russia more
eloquently even than the most glowing of
Russian eulogieS.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02
States and the Nation.

From now on several very interesting
state legislatures will divide attention with
Congress. Senators are to be elected and
many important local measures put into
shape. The people likewise will be inter-
ested in the first official steps of men like
Higgins of New York, Folk of Missouri,
Deneen of Illinois and Douglas of Massa-
chusetts, all of whom are thought to be in
line for something higher. Still Congress
will by no means take back seat. There
is much more than mere routine for it to
consider. and if it disposes well of the BUSH
ness in hand it will deserve and receive the
applause of the country. Economy is the
cry, and economy is a good and necessary
thing. but not a niggardliness that would
cripple public interests.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02
Cotton in the Future.
From the Nashville Banner.

FrOm the NAshVlIIe Bannef.
The planters, discouraged by low prices
one year, will plant less cotton the next
year, and high prices encourage the plant
ing of larger acreage for the next crop.
The best means of exercising some control
over the market would be system of stor-
age that would prevent the rushing of the
bulk of the crop upon the market as soon
as it is baled. Such a system might be
made practicable by proper organization on
a basis of advancing money on the stored
cotton, but it would be great undertaking
and be beset with many difficulties. With
cotton, as with other farm productions, the
farmers who able to hold their crops
can take advantage of the market, but a
great part of the crop is raised on a credit
and passes out of the hands of the producer
as soon as it is ready for marketing. This
is one of the difficulties in the way of the
proposed combination to hold a large part
of the crop out of the market for the ben
eft of the planters.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02
Watchers of the Coast.
From the New York Sun.

A pension system should be established by
law for the benefit of officers and men OF
the United States life saving service in
jured or incapacitated in the discharge of
their duties. The recent wrecks along the
Atlantic seaboard have called public atten-
ton all over the country to the courage
coast Their work is just as truly heroic
as that of the soldier Or sailor who serves
his country on the battle field or in sea
fight The percentage of danger to the in
dividual is greater
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02
Happy New Year.

"Wish you happy New Year."
De sun cum out to say;
wish you happy New Year."
De sparrow chirps so gay.
OF winter is a prowlin'
An a scowlin' near at hand,
But he couldn' spoil de custom
OATS established in de land.
"Wish you happy New Year."
In spite er ice an snow;
In spite O. disappointments
An of every kind of woe,
De sun it come a-smilin',
Till it put de frost to shame.
If 1t kin fohget its troubles,
Reckon l kin do de same.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02
All Sinners Not Senators.

From the Chicago Record Herald.
Let the world kindly take notice that
working majority of the members of the
United States Senate are not under indict-
ment for land frauds or for being CONNECT
ed with get-rich-quick schemes and are not
being tried for belonging to churches that
are unconstitutional. The Senate may have
its faults, but there are some bad men who
have not as yet succeeded In getting into 1t.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02
Achievements Summarized.

'It's funny" said an officer on the Baltic
fleet, that we don't receive any Marconi-
grams Of congratulation from st. Peters,
burg"
Congratulations? What for?"
why, we not only gave fishing boat
considerably the worst of it, but we went
clear through the war without losing
ship" +'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02
a Postponement Inevitable.

If yoh husban' beats you, mebbe you kin
hab him sent to de whippin pos" said Mrs.
Potomac Jackson.
If my husban' ever beats me- said Mrs.
Tolliver Grapevine, "dey kin send him to de
whippin'-pos if dey wants to. But dey'll
have to wait till he gifts out n de hospital"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02
SHOOTING STARS.
A Difficulty

$50 Port Arthur has fallen,'' said one
Russian courtier.
YES" answered the other. "The hard
ship for US is in the necessity of Stimulating
surprise at the informa ton
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02
Under SUSPICION.

what do you think of that college pro-
fessor who says he never kissed a girl?"
Possibly" said Miss Cayenne, cit is the
simple confession of an unworldly soul; tand
then again it may be very sly way Of ad-
vertising for BIDS
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02
Port Arthur.

It's done at last and done right well.
The fight was long but fair.
The Russians say Port Arthur fell
Twas pushed, the Japs declare.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02

The Japanese are now figuring on how
far they can go in directing Asiatic affairs
without creating a really serious yellow
peril scare.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02

Mr.. Tom Lawson has pretty nearly Sue
ceeded in driving the old-fashioned ten-cent
Indian killer out of business as the hero of
cheap literature.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02
THE EVENING STAR has . regular and
permanent Family Circulation much
more than the combined circulation Of
the other Washington dailies. As .
News and Advertising Medium II has
go competitor.

DIn order to avoid delays on account Of
personal absence, letters to TIE star
should not be addressed to any individual
connected with the ONCE, but simply to
THE STAR, or to the Editorial or Busi-
ness Departments, according to tenor or
purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02

1t is pretty hard for DR.. Chadwick to
refrain from making observations similar to
these offered by Adam in locating the
blame for the apple episode.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02

After considering what might have hap
pened to the Baltic fleet, Russia feels al
most as If it were coming out of the trans
action squadron ahead.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02

Senator Depew's success is a happy as
surance that courteous good humor is not
a lost nor an unappreciated art
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02

General kuropatkin may as well be pre-
pared to display some more heroism in the
capacity of scapegoat.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02

If Alton B. Parker is at all superstitious
he is hoping that that 1904 hoodoo went
out OF business yesterday.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02

Governor Peabody is beginning to suspect
that Denver politicians are almost as
wicked as those of New York city.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02

The new leaf turned over at Port Arthur
reveals another highly important page in
the worlds history.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02

The czar has had his life insured King
Peter of Servia attended to that long ago.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02

Considering the discomforts he leaves be-
hind, it ought to be moderately happy
new year for General Stoessei.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02

The Russians are now expected to put on
their fur-trimmed overcoats, pick up their
travelling bags and go to Yladfvostok.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02

The paper trust probably hopes that this
rumor of Attorney General Moody's retire
ment from the cabinet is quite correct
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02

Washington's Birthday and Inauguration
Day are still to be celebrated
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02
It Approves!

From the Kansas City Times.
The Russian press approves of the cars
ukase. If 1t didn't 1t wouldn't have a Sec
ond chance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-01-02
A Reception to Swine.

From the Crimson Nfo.) Booster.
Arthur Oyler was receiving hogs here
Wednesday.
The Washington times., 1905-12-01
hURDERESS DYING,
YEARS IN PRISON
Broken pewn by Her Long
Confinement.
TRIAL GREAT SENSATION
Jane Robinson Convicted of KILLING
Nephew-Husband and Daugh-
tex Victims.

BOSTON, Dec. Broken down by
her confinement CT seventeen years,
Jane Robinson. whose trial for murder
in 1888 was one of the great sensations
Of the country. it was said tcd2y. is
expected TO die at any moment The
woman. who is the only member OF her
sex In solIta-y confinement in Massa-
chusetts. Is at present in the East
Cambridge JAIL. v-hcre it was said she
Is suffering from heart trouble. COM
plicated by q nervous disease, and that
she has not many days to live
The trial of Jane Robinson aroused
not only the interest OF the entire
country. but was reported extensively
in all the European newspapers. The
specific charge on which she was con-
victed was the murder % her broth
in-iaw, Prince Arthur Freeman. al
though there were four other indies
ments for murder against her. Her
victims, all Of whom died from arsenic
poisoning. were her son. William J..
twenty-three years old; her brother-in-
law, Prince Arthur Freeman; her
daughter. Elizabeth. twenty-three; her
husband Gnd her nephew, Thomas
Arthur Freeman.
1t was CuaIBGQ tadl SAS CO-AaAAitlcd
the murders to obtain the insurance
money on the lives OF her victims. and
arrested with her at the time were DR..
Charles c. Beers. Of Allston, and
Thomas r. Smith, who boarded IN her
house
Mrs. Robinson was found guilty, and
on June %, 1888. she was sentenced to
be hanged. Three days before the time
set for her death. the sentence was
commuted to solitary confinement for
life by Governor Ames. She was taken
TO the East Cambridge jail, placed in
cell and no one except her son
Arthur and the prison authorities was
permitted TO speak TO her. She was
transferred twice to the Lowell Jail.
but was sent back to East Cambridge
each time
The prisoner is permitted TO walk
for an hour in the jail yard each day,
and this is her only exercise. Even yes
terday. when every other prisoner IN the
jail was enjoying a special Thanksgiy-
ing meal, the woman had to remain in
her cell and eat her food alone Hen
son is permitted TO talk TO her for
half hour every two weeks, and he has
called steadily since her imprisonment.
The prisoner has spent most OF her
time reading religious periodicals.
The Washington times., 1905-12-01
CONHCTS SING PRAISE
IN COMIC OPERA TUNES
Prisoners in Western Pennsylvania
Penitenriary Perform "King
Dodo.'

PITTSBURG, Dec. 1.-The LOO con-
victs IN the Western Pennsylvania penf-
tentiary were treated TO the comic opera.
King Dodo.'' performed By inmates
yesterday.
The star had been former theatrical
man. He sang well and initiated Ray
mond Hitchcock -cleverly,< He had coli
laborated with another prisoner. and to-
gether thew interpolated a lot OF prison
jokes. Many were filings at some men of
the gang. and frequently the guar,s-
came in for a drubbing.
The chorus was composed of thirty
convicts In skirts They cid not have a
dozen changes OF tights. and thsir sing
ing was shy on trebles. They danced
we'll
A brass band. under the leadership OF
Walter Dorman, a pal of the Biddle
brothers, did the orchestra work during
the play. The band Is composed OF
twenty life ccnvicts.
a negro quartet was sent TO the hos
pital 10 furnish music to the sick prison
ers during the dinner hour.
The Washington times., 1905-12-01
SOFT SPEECH MAKES
WOMEN REMOVE HATS
Flattery, Coupled With Evangeiist's
Requeit, Causes Instant
Compliance.

WINCHESTER. Va. Dec 1-'You
ladies wear the biggest hats I ever saw
IN all my travels as an evangelist. and.
for the convenience Of those behind you,
I must request that you take them OF. =
So spoke the Rev. John z Brown. the
noted Missouri evangelist, who IS con-
ducting a great revival at Braddock
Street MetfodiSt Episcopal Church, to-
day Mr.. brown said that 1t was i'm
possible 20 preach 10 flowers. dead birds
and plumes, no matter how pretty and
expensive they may be.
Women composed the larger part Of
the congregation. and he said he want
ed 70 look them square in the face and
tell them they could get 10 heaven on
their good looks, for the Virginia girls,
I he thinks. are the prettiest and most at
/ tractive he has ever seen.
These few words caused every hat to
/ come on instantly
The Washington times., 1905-12-01
MRS. F. B. HARRISON
KIND TO MINISTER
Rebuilt Home Destroyed
by Fire.
HER FATHER-N-LAW'S UNCLE
Late Wife of Ex-cOngressman Wired
From Florida for Permission TO
Erect Dwelling.

BELAIR. Nd. Dec. 1.-The death OF
Mrs. Mary CrOcker Harrison. wife of
ex-Representative Francis Burton Ha-ri-
son. of New Yo-y city. which was the
result OF an automobile accident last
Saturday. recalls q charitable act Of
Mrs. Harrison toward one OF Hartford 3
prominent ministers
Col. Burton y. Harrison. Mrs. Harrf-
sons father-in-law. was a nephew Of
tne Rev. Dr. William F. Brand, the ven
erable rector Of st. AIary's Protestant
Episcopal Church. near Emmorton.
where he spent much OF his youth. go
ing from here TO Yale College.
Several years ago when DR.. Brands
home was destroyed by fire. Mrs. Har-
rison wired from Florida. asking the
privilege Of building new dwelling
for the popular rector and his wife.
4 handsome brick residence. adjoining
st. Mary's Church. was shortly after
ward erected. and 1t stands today as an
enduring norximent 70 Mrs. Harrison's
generosity
DR.. Brand was ninetv-one years of
age IN June last, and he continues TO
take an active part in the services OF
81. Mary's. which church he has faith
fully served FOR more than a half
century.
The Washington times., 1905-12-01
DEAD BABE MAY RENEW
PIUTE-WASHOE WAR
Body OF Papoose Found Gnawed by
Beasts-Thought to Have Been
Killed by Feudist.

RENO. Dec. 1.-The remains of an In
dian baby in q basket and wrapped in
blankets and clothes were discovered
BY Arthur Raymond and James Gibbs
about two miles north OF the city. They
were brought to this city by Coroner
Read.
THE flesh had all been eaten from the
skeleton, and the clothes and blankets
In which the child had been wrapped
were torn and gnaWed by wild animals
IN their efforts TO eat the body.
The clothes and blankets were saturat-
ed with blood. showing that the child
had in all probability met a violent
death.
The cause Of the young papoose's s
death has not vet been determined. but
Il Is thought by the Indians and many
white people that its end was the re-
suit OF a feud between two Indian fami-
lies or the Piute and Washoe tribes
These tribes have been warning con-
tinuousiy for ten years. Recently the
hatchet was buried
There are few discontented cnes in
both tribes who did not favor this ac-
tion and the death OF the babe is
thought 10 be the result.
II may mean the resumption OF strife.
The Washington times., 1905-12-01
EVANGELIST IN SALOON
DEFENDS PATERSON

JERSEY CITY. N. J.. Dec william
Asher. an evangelist, spoke in defense
of Paterson at a prayer meeting which
he conducted In Mayors saloon. at 81
Montgomery street
Paterson has been getting a lot of
hard knocks" he said. You read a
good deal in the papers about 1t being
wicked city, but I tell you fellows It
is not any worse than any other place. +"
A character known about town as
'tThe Corn Doctor sang Nearer, My
God, TO Thee. He said he hadn't been
in church in twenty-five years. He
left the saloon with tears streaming
from his eyes.
The Washington times., 1905-12-01
GOT HUNTERS LICENSE
TO MARRY THE GIRL
Confused Lover Took Out Papers for
the Chase Instead of
Altar.

ST. LOUIS. Dee. Louis Bell was
30 frustrated when he entered the city
hall TO procure marriage license that
he stood In the line waiting for hunts
mems license, and when his turn came.
said: I want one OF them. too"
The clerk issued the license, and Bell
returned 70 the home of his bride-eIect
The guests had AL arrived, and the
ceremony was about 20 proceed Whei'
the minister discovered that the lcenss
was wrong.
Bell inspected the document and
found IL TO be n hunters license.
While he was hunting happiness, hs
the clerk when he returned 10 the city
hall. The old license was cancelled and
the marriage license issued instead
The wedding then proceeded
The Washington times., 1905-12-01
CUBAN PAPER PRAISES
EX-MINlSTER SQUIERS

HAVANA. Dec. 1.-The resignation Of
Mr.. Squiers. the American minister. is
the subject OF much comment by the
newspapers.
The Isucha attributes his resignation
TO his Gnfriendly relations with Secre-
tary of State Root. 1t praises Mr..
Squiers' affability. and says he culti-
waited the acquaintance of the men who
represent industry and commerce, and
tried to post himself on everything
without abandoning his own opinions.
as became a good diplomatist.
The Washington times., 1905-12-01
&c !? No!n

Me? Indeed not" she snapped.
saucily. DO you think I am that much
interested in ii. I am being prosecuted,
and can only submit IN this ease"
Her father declared that he would op-
pose any effort on the part OF EE=s. Dun
ham TO deprive the home of its furni-
tsare
The Washington times., 1905-12-01
STERN SHERIFF SELLS
WINNIE M'NICHAEL OUT
Durham's Gifts Turned Into Cash for
Wife-Young Woman Is
Flippant

PHILADELPHIA. Dec. WINNIE Nc
Michaeis personal property. sold by
the sheriff today in Norristown 10 sat
isfy the s1o.noo judgment obtained against
The young woman BY Mrs Catharine T.
DunhaIn. consisted CT a SIS horse, a SIS
carriage. and a road cart, which was a
Christmas gift 70 Miss McAliehael from
Eunham.
Miss sdca1ichael told = reporter that
she Owned none Of the household furni-
ture and other chatteis In the Glenside
cottage. which also IS for sale to sat
isfy the claim OF Mrs Durham. who ac-
cused the pretty. Irish Iass OF sobbing
her OF her husbsnd'z affections
The Washington times., 1905-12-01
Fathers Property.

She declared her father. Alexander Nc
Michael. owned the household goods
Mrs. Dunham." she said, sis welcome
70 the road cart which her husband gave
TO me Christmas of 1892. bought the
horse ana carriage at auction. and they
are all ] possess.
II intend TO insist upon my rights,
and 1 viii resist any attempt 10 dis
pose CT things which I don't own
'sWln you attend the sale2" she was
asked
The Kennewick courier. [volume] (Kennewick, Wash.) 1905-1914, 1905-12-22
tic cannot be transmitted to the hui
man species.

tic cannot be transmitted to the hui
man species.
The widest speculation is current as
to the exact nature of the new discov.
cry. It is the prevailing belief that
the successful experiments in curing
tuberculosis in cattle which have been
made by Professor Won Behring and
his assistants have been the precursors
of the cure he believes he has discov-
cred for human beings afflicted with
the same disorder. He has convinced
himself that Koch's theory that the
diseases are not identical in man and
in animals Is worthless, and it Is but
a step to the conclusion that the same
curative treatment will be eficacious
in both.
At Marburg, where the professor
has devoted himself assiduously to the
prosecution of his researches, he has a
farm of 400 acres and not less than
400 COWS and several hundred horses
and other animals under constant OBJ
servat1on. The Emperor of Germany
has taken the most intense interest in
the work and has contributed greatly
to the study in more ways than one.
One of the most important features
connected with the new discovery Is
that it promises not only a cure, but
immunity for those who use It. This
would seem to indicate that Won Beh-
ring has found something which will
affect the blood permanently and cause
such material changes that the bacilli
of tuberculosis cannot live in it. That
would seem to imply that some newly
discovered feature of the bacillus was
the basis Of the find. The scientist.
however, has declared that his cure Is
neither a serum nor vaccine. The
next meeting of the tuberculosis con.
gress will be held at Washington In
1908. Long before that time the mys-
terry surrounding the discovery will be
dissolved.
Professor Won Behring's announce
ment Of a cure for tuberculosis by
medication is revolutionary. 1t is cas-
lily the most sensational and important
claim that has been made by any repu-
table member Of the profession for
many years. It Is almost as radical in
its pretensions as were those of
Brown-SeQuard concerning his famous
elixir. If it proves to be all that is
claimed for it, 1t will mean the extinc-
ton Of an evil which has been respon-
sible for one-seventh Of all the deaths
which have occurred since the BEGIN
ming Of the Christian era.