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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
CURLING the Corporations.

New York juries are returning verdicts
of guilty" against corporations charged
with giving and receiving rebates in VIOLA
ton of the federal law with a regularity
which indicates that the statutes have had
the breath of life breathed into them by an
aroused administration. The New York
Central has recently been convicted on two
occasions Of giving rebates. and yesterday
the sugar trust was convicted Of receiving
rebates from the same line Thus the
illegal transaction stands exposed in its
completeness. and the guilty corporations
are now in line for punishment.
These convictions must be reassuring to
the people who have observed the growth
of the corporations with concern They
are especially reassuring in that they DEM
onstrate that the statutes now written are
sufficient to meet the case provided they
are properly administered. With the new
railroad rate law working in the spirit of
its enactment the country should be safe
guarded against the growth of the evils of
which 1t has had ample cause to complain
in the past.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
England and the Congo.

A London dispatch indicates that the
pressure on the British ministry in the
matter of Congo Interference Is becoming
too strong to resist. A deputation repre-
sentative of various creeds and political
parties called on Foreign Secretary Grey
and put the case sauarely before him. The
secretary's reply was a plain indication
that II the Belgian government does not
the Congo. Great Britain will propose in
ternational action. This virtually pledges
the London government to appeal to the
powers. for 1t Is hardly to be conceived that
the Belgian government of which the chief
of the Congo state Is the head. will move
in the premises.
England has already tentatively put the
case before the powers. without eliciting
favorable response. 1t Is believed in some
quarters that British political interests in
Africa are in large measure the inspira-
ton of the horror professed by English
men at the atrocities In the Congo. The
pro-BelStan view of the case accentuates
the British desire for cross-African range
OF territory or sphere of influence con-
Meeting the Egyptian region with the At
lantic coast. This view discounts the pro-
fessions OF humanitarian horror at the
conditions which have been so loudly pro-
claimed as abominable. On the other hand.
part in the controversy that there Is a
genuine spirit OF protest In England apart
from political considerations.
These charges OF atrocious mismanage-
ment and barbaric cruslties In the Congo
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
Dismissed Without Honor.

The President. in cablegram to a New
York man who protested against the final
execution of the order Diminishing without
honor the troops of battalion of the 18th
Infantry. refuses to move in the case un-
less persuaded by new evidence that the
order was unwarranted. Meanwhile Secre-
tary Taft. without hearing positively from
the President. and not feeling justified in
suspending the execution of the order
longer. has finally given instructions that
the executive mandate be obeyed and the
soldiers formally dismissed the service of
the United States.
Whether or not this closes the incident re-
mains to be seen. There seems to be little
chance that the administration Will do any,
thing further in the premises. But public
sentiment has not been allayed by the ex-
plantations of officials. and ii is now declared
to be the purpose of those who are moving
in behalf of the discharged soldiers to lay
the case before Congress That body can,
of course. order the reinstatement of the
men, To do SO will involve. however, a
rebuke to the President. 1t Is hardly to
be expected that both houses however in
dividual members may feel on the subject.
will go to the length of overrullng an action
OF the executive.
Perhaps this matter thus passes into the
limbo of things done which cannot be
squared with the prevailing belief in JUS
tice- Whether the soldiers of the 18th
Infantry are restored to their duty and
privileges or not. there win remain in the
minds of q large number of people a feeling
that the government has unnecessarily and
unwarrantably punished the innocent be-
cause 1t was unable to detect the guilty
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
Correct Clothing.

The men who are most enthusias-
tic in their praise of Woodward &
Lothrop clothing are those who for
merly wore the less worthy sorts.
They have learned by experience to
discriminate, hence their admiration
OF our garments is genuine.
The best thing about this clothing
is the set The garments are fash
Toned by the most skilled artisans
that money can Secure. They are
cut and sewed-not pressed-into a
shapeliness as enduring as the fabric
itself. il
When you are fitted in a w. & L.
suit it becomes the embodiment of
your individual ideas as truly as if it
were made to your direct order.
Stein-Bloch Suits, $1,000 to $500.
Other Suits from $500 up.
r Overcoats, $1,000 to S32. 50.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
Union Suits.

The average man who tried to
wear Union Suit and was dissatis-
fed with it, and preferred the two
piece suit (that is, separate shirt and
drawers), means simply this-lle did
not get the right kind, the right
make, the right size, or the right fit.
Once these requirements are prop
erly met, the man so suited rarely,
if ever, goes back to the two-piece
kind. They are unquestionably the
most all-round satisfactory under
garment a man can wear. We show
different weights in cotton, merino
and wool; different leg and body
lengths to each chest measure, and
can fit most men. For men of un-
usual size or shape we can furnish
Union Suits in a reasonably short
time and at small additional cost.
Prices range from
SI.SO I'D,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
Moran and the Future.

John B. Moran reports concerning cleo
ton expenses: Nothing paid nor any
thing promised to anybody A highly
creditable showing. and especially when We
consider the Hearst figures In the neighbour
ing state of New York.
The phrase, nor anything promised to
anybody" refers of course to patronage.
Mr.. Moran did not set this man or that man
to work by dangling an office or pull
of some kind before his eyes. There was
no understanding with ward or district
bosses that a Moran victory would mean
the cutting of a melon for their partic-
ular benefit. And that was most honorable
position for the candidate to take. In too
many instances and in too many states
political campaigns mean only that; and
feast is expected as soon as the new
officials are installed.
But in another way Mr.. Moran promised
too much. and maybe that in part accounts
for his defeat. His program Of reform and
advancement was too large. He was going
to do too great a turn for the people. The
forces Of mismanagement were all to be
put to rout. and those of system and capa-
biiity put to work. He talked in both a
critical and confident key, and probably
had persuaded himself that he was the one
This. however, is difficult generation to
handle. and Massachusetts folk in particu-
lar have a way of adjusting their glasses
and examining man and his propositions
thoroughly Mr.. Moran could not stand
such muster. and SO went down to defeat
VIII he try again next year, and If he
does will the result be different? Maybe
he is an acquired taste. Maybe it will take
little time for the people Of the Bay
State to appraise him at his true value-or
accept him at his own value. Though de-
feated. he Is not going into hiding. He
still holds his Office of district attorney,
and through the agency Of that will con-
unue to make himself seen and heard. Such
a light is not easily hid.
An obstacle in Mr.. Moran's path, how
ever. is that the Quincys, the Whitneys,
the Gastons, and other such folk in Massa-
ship. and seem unlikely ever to come
around to 1t. They assisted In his defeat a
fortnight ago. If challenged they will prob
ably oppose him again next year. Can he
win at any time without them? Is there a
group of the plain people, heretofore repub-
lican. who will make up to him the loss he
sustains in these old-line silk-stocking
democrats? That is his problem His
losses are certain. His gains are prob
lematical. A man cannot be governor of
Massachusetts unless majority of the
voters say SO, and Mr.. Moran is today
without that ma iOrity
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
Kneipp "Linen Mesh"
Underwear.

This underwear, being porous. al
lows the speedy evaporation OF per-
spiration, keeping the skin dry and
healthy and increasing its power to
resist atmospheric changes. The
most sensitive skin is not irritated
by contact with linen mesh, whereas
wool and cotton often cause discom-
fort. Furthermore, linen mesh pre-
serves the natural heat of the body,
is light in weight and is a most all
round comfortable underwear. 1t
will not shrink in washing or wear;
it never becomes hard, nor loses its
porous texture. Beautifully made, all
binding and stays of linen, seams
elastic. points subject to most strains
reinforced, all buttonholes hand
made; both white and ecru color
the latter being more strongly rec
commended for wearing qualities.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21

Mr.. w. Bourke Cochran, IN commenting
upon Richard Cookers structures upon him,
Is reported to have said:
"One way to judge a man Is by his pub
lie utteranceS."
If by this Mr.. Cochran Is to be under
stood to mean that his own public utter
ances constitute his defense and justiica-
ton, the country will be somewhat at a
loss to understand what he expects the
verdict to be- For some years a favorite
pastime of those who delight In following
the eccentricities of Mr.. Cockran's career
has been to parallel his public utterances
in print. showing the ease and grace with
which he has slid from one side of nearly
every political issue to the other. how he
has slipped his cables and shifted his
anchorage. how he has even drifted with
the tide Of commercial advantage. Indeed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
Mr.. Root at Kansss City.

There Is no point IN MT TSoot . auiAii
rable Kansas City speech better taken than
that relating to our ignorance not only OF
the business needs and methods of the
Central and South American people but OF
the people themselves We should apply
ourselves. Mr.. Root tells us. to a study
of the whole subject. and we must do so if
we are to participate in the great drama
down there upon which the curtain s-ris-
ing
In this matter we have erred. as for long
time Europeans erred about US. One of
Mr.. Lowells most delightful papers is on
the subject of "A Certain Condescension in
Foreigners" wherein is described the aver
age European view of America and Ameri-
cans At that time this country was re-
garded abroad as a big back lot, in which
a multitude of rough and noisy creatures
were contending for advantages. OF edu-
cation we had but a smattering; Of re-
finement. none: of ambition. nothing above
a dollar and a splurge. But after a little
while Europe awoke to the fact that
nation of the greatest power and posi-
bllities was rapidly developing across the
Atlantic, and then she began to cultivate
our acquaintance. to her own and to our
benefit.
As respects our neighbors to the south.
we have been very condescending even
scornful. They have figured in our calcu-
lations as an unstable and a violent people.
given over hopelessly to revolutions and
affording no basis for real progress. But.
as Mr.. Root now reminds us. and We
have had good reason to know from other
sources OF late years. a magnificent empire
Is building in that quarter of the world.
while those shaping its promising destiuies
are people of enterprise and excellence from
whom we may learn much. Our bump
tiousness has been wholly unwarranted.
1t would have been much better for us
had We informed ourselves about the actual
situation and started in sooner to cultivate
so rich a field for business in business
like fashion.
Mr.. Roots recommendations will chal-
lenge attention, and renew opposition in
quarters where the word subsidy has al
he states the whole problem very clearly,
and very ably from his standpoint. and If
anybody has better plan for turning the
trick he should speak now. or forever after
hold his peace. The time has arrived for
action. Either We are to play part in the
development of rich portion of the globe
where our influence should be strong. or we
must see the work done by our rivals. The
development is In progress, and will not
halt for US. 1t Is a question of getting on
the band wagon. To ride, or not to ride.
Mr.. Root votes to ride. and so should We
al say
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
Sweaters
for Outdoor Sports.

Autumn is the season of strenuous
sports-the season of Sweaters.
It's remarkable how good-looking
these clumsy garments are made.
Aside from the attractive colors, a
lot of care is given to the shaping
and finishing. making them stylish
as we'll as serviceable.
A special offering in our Mems
Department is an Oxford Gray, Col
larless or Ve-neck, Coat-style
Sweater. 1t is not specially heavy,
but good weight and good grade.
Special price, $I.75 each.
Higher priced ones in white, navy,
black, gray and cardinal, with COL
lars or without coat style or sweater
style.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
Night Shirts.

We have, our own ideas of how
wide and how long a comfortable
Night Shirt should be, and have our
makers carry it out. That is one
reason why we dispose of SO many,
and the other reason is the variety
and high quality of materials used.
The soc. kind.
includes plain. muslin, heavy or
light, with or without collars twilled
cotton and domet flannel. Plenty
of the finer kinds, also.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
The 'sDermophile"
Umshrinkable Underwear.

This underwear, for which we are
the Washington agents, is among
the most satisfactory we have ever
offered. Made from the finest and
most carefully selected Australian
undyed wool, entirely free from the
unpleasant sensation of harshness so
frequently found in wooden gar
ments, and is guaranteed nom
shrinkable. Those whose preference
is for wool undergarments will find
the "Dermophile" a constant source
of pleasure and comfort. Descrip-
tive booklet for the asking.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
When Man Becomes a Bird.
From the Pniladelphia Record.

The ability to move about in the all
from place to place at will and at any con.
siderable speed would bring about such
changes as defy the imagination to con.
ceive. 1t would reyolutionize the processes
of both peace and war. It would probably
go far to prevent wars by adding so greatly
to the means Of destructive assault What
army or navy or town city could be sue
cessfully defended against an attack from
the clouds? 1t would solve the problem OF
rapid transit by making air line movement
possible. And how would the air be policed
What surprise parties there would be when
every owner of a flying machine might IN
dertake to play the part Of Asmodeus! But
1t is too soon to speculate. For the present
we must be content to walk or ride about
on terra firma as best we can.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
The Negro Battalion.
From the New York Times.

Even if this deep-rooted sentiment does the
President an injustice, he cannot complain
He Is himself responsible. The defiant mes.
sage which he has sent to the republican
committee Of this county by no means takes
the tone which it behooves him in such q
case to take. 1t remains to be seen what
action he will take in view of the loyal and
friendly action Of his own Secretary OF
War, which Is In effect an urgent and mont
tory Invitation to him to reconsider. 1t Is
clear that. in his haste to punish a compar-
atively few offenders - Furnishing the whole
body of which they form minor part, he
has exceeded his constitutional powers, out
ragged the opinion Of the army at large and
shocked the popular sense Of Justice. 1t is
not an attitude of obstinacy and defiance
which becomes any man in such con-
juncture.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
Waxing Fat and Kicking.
from the New York Evening Post.

.NeW
From many parts of the country come
complaints that we are being ruined by
prosperity. There Is dearth of labor
even at greatly advanced wages. A help
wanted advertisement that would for
merly have brought two hundred replies
now brings but two. or none=at all. Orders
cannot be filled because so many are beins
filled. Houses cannot be built because the
materials are all used up in building other
houses. Crops cannot be moved because
they are so vast; railroads cannot do their
business because they have such unprece-
denied business to do Money cannot be
had because 1t Is poured out so lavishiy. As
Mr.. j. ]. Hill put 1t In his address. a week
ago, the country Is SO prosperous that it is
suffering from something like slow paraly-
SIS
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
Climatic Confusion.

Christmas Is a-comin'
OATS what the white folks say,
But de sun 1t keep a-shinin'
Jes' de same as II twas May
An l sDecks to see de roses
An the butterflies an bees.
An de early buds a burstin'.
Std O. presents. on de trees.
Dey talks about Thanksgivin'
An de other times O. cheer,
But specks dey los deir reckonin'
When dey figgered out dis year.
But judgin' by de outlook
An my judgments purity clear,
I bet We gets July the Fo'th,
Fore Christmas day gifts here.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
Handkerchief.

We are very strong on quality, as
well as variety, in Mems Handker-
chiefs. We don't sell anything that
is not pure linen, whether the price
is I2lc. or dollar and half. In
the colored handkerchiefs we show
imported novelties, both French and
English, at
soc. and up.
Silk, soc. and up.
Linen Initial Handkerchiefs,
12Hc. and up.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21

this b an unfortunate utterance. There =
hardly another man IN this country who
can 50 III anord to make II In such q con-
nection. no man whose public utterances
have 50 completely convicted him Of fnssn-
certify, stiffness. and exposed him az an
orator Offering his services to the highest
bidder with an eye persistentiy kept on
the main chance
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
Dissatisfaction,

What do you think of those Ice trust
prosecutions?"
They simply go to show that there is no
use OF trying to content the popular mind.
In little while these same people who are
complaining Of the scarcity OF ice win be
invoking the law to have 1t cleaned Off the
sidewalk
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
Suspenders.

From, the most practical varieties
at soc. to the handsome gift sort, in
regular as well as extra lengths.
The stock includes the famous
French Guyot, at SOC.
the best made. No make of sus-
penders has so MANY limitations.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21

Pennsylvania never forgets the honor that
| Is due signers of the Declaration of indie
pendence. even II 1t Is a little careless about
letting the modern boss get a grip on the
liberties of the people.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
NeckWear.

Every conceivable color and
shade seems to have been hunted up
by the tie makers and put into quail
ties of silks and designs that are the
best. A great variety of ties for a
great variety of tastes.
Prices start at SOC.
Assortments are large in the high
err priced ones also.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
Displacement,

Swift doth the wheel of fortune spin
In each election bout!
That some may now be up and in
Some must be down and ont
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21

There are expressions of disapprovai
among eminent japanese of the education
of women In this country. But Japan may
be depended on to accept this phase of civ
ilization along with the rest in the course
OF time.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21

The west will doubtless be congratuiating
itself on its enterprise in getting winter
weather first.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21

AS a matter of course the four boys who
tried to rob a Standard OIL messenger came
to grief. Robbing any of the Standard OIL
people is, to say the least, mans work.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21

The startling suggestions about matri-
mony that are constantly being made
never make any difference in the business
done by the marriage license clerk.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
Paiarn1as.

Lots of men won't have Night
Shirts and want Paiamas. Ours are
made in the Correct styles, from
fancy madras and domet flannels, at
$I.oo per suit,
to handsome silk ones at higher
prices, .~-.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21

San Francisco is in danger Of letting small
controversies distract it's attention from the
fact that the one great object at present Is
to rebuild
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
The Important Product.

What do you regard as the most I'M
portant thing produced by Americans?'
said one European
And without moments hesitation the
other answered:
Money"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21

Advocates of currency reform hope 1t will
have better fate than some of the other
reforms that have come to notice Of late
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
SHOOTING STARS.
Resources,

DO you expect to get money out of that
miner"
NO.. answered the constituencies pro-
moter Not out Of the mine. Out Of the
subscribers to stock"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21

There Is no use in getting excited over
what Congress may 90. The close of almost
every session brings a protest that Con-
gress has not done anything worth men,
tioning
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21

There Is a disposition to get through with
the regular Thanksgiving program before
taking the assemblage of Congress too Sc
riously.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21

Pittsburg promises to become as famous
for burglars as Chicago is for footpads or
New York for the black hand"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21

the average race track patron finds that
the new betting system can be relied on to
produce the same old results,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21

Whenever Secretary Taft is heard from he
is either arriving or departing.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
Popularity Of Sin.


From the st. Joseph (Mo1 Gazette.
Chicago Is said to be the wickedest city
in the world. This is. no doubt. the chief
reason so many people like to go there
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21

Mr.. Hearst is quite justified in concluding
that he did not have $2JOOOO worth of fun.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
The Black Hand.

You say you had an experience with the
black hand while in New York;
yes And terrible experience it was.
I had three aces and the other man had
five clubs"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21

OIn order to avoid delays on account Of
personal absence. letters to THE SfA1
should not be addressed to any individual
CONNECTED with the once, but simply 70
THE STAR, or to the Editorial or Bust
ness DEPARTMENT.. according to tenor or
purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-21
Does Not Mind II.
Louis Globe-D Democrat.

From the st. Louis Globe- Democrat.
Rockefeller has been indicted again, but
an Indictment to him Is no more than q
mere ultimatum to the Sultan Of Turkey.