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Long Kimonas at $500.

Special attention is called to a
very pretty line of these useful and
practical garments, made of Japa-
nese silk, in light Powered effects,
with plain borders.
These items will be found in our
Muslin Underwear Department
Third floor. Eleventh st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
Special Sale of
WOrraen's Hosiery.

sd MANUFACTURERS sam
1Nl piles. of Women's Isle and
9N Cotton. Hosiery, just Sc
cured, will be put on sale
tomorrow, Saturday, at third to a
half less than regular prices. There's
quite variety of fancy stripe and
boot patterns; also polka dots and
other attractive designs. All sizes
are represented and we offer choice
of lot at
. 25c.. the pair.
Values Is to - more.
Main floor u st
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

The spectacle of Emperors William and
Francis Joseph sending pleasant messages
10 King Victor OF Italy suggests that a
Irritation Is in progress TO win King Ed
wards new flame away from him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

The Presidents beef Investigators were
very unobliging when they refused to with
hold their report SO that the packers could
have a chance to clean up, but the public
Is much obliged to them for their churiish-
ness
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

Commissioner Neilrs definition of a
stink as something that is too bad to be
called smell will satisfy the majority of
the people who have ever stood within
nose-range of Packingtown.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
SHOOTING STARS.
An Early Bird.

representation is a dangerous thing in
business isn't it?'' said the young man
who Ia anxious to learn.
IT should say So" answered Dustin
Stax. ssYou don't know how thankful I
am that I made my pile before all that
farere for investigation started in"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
A Summer i'm the
Apple Tree INN
Ry EIia D,r4r:dSo

&m CHARMING book for
IMl summer reading for little
Nv folks. 1T has not a duh
page, but is replete with
incident and pervaded BY delight
ful mystery. Baltimore News.
The story is full of happy sur
prises from cover to cover and will
hold fast the interest of any little
reader.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
The Golf Tyro.

He shakes his club on high. His teeth are
set,
His face-in what strange shapes doth
anger twist It!
IT'S hard to hit the bali and harder yet
His feelings to express when he has
missed 1t.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

Cable dispatches report that Charlie
Schwab is doing his Monte Carlo stunt
again. 1t has often been said that God
shows what He thinks of money by the kind
of people He lets have it."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

The role of Representative In Congress
from the Beef Trust promises to be exceed
lngly awkward for the next few weeks.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

Mr.. Bryan's Endorsements for the 1908
nomination may persuade other presidential
possibilities that round-the-world trips are
good for the political health.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
The Stockyards Smell.
From the Chicago Tribune.

ffoin TFlDuhe.
The stockyards SMELL when analysed,
is found to be an ola podrida a salmagun-
d. an omnium gatherum a hodgepodge. a
galimaufry, a melange. pot-pourri and
several other things equally majestic and
powerful
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

II may seem incredible that although John
d. Rockefeller is not now In the United
States. day and night follow each other just
as usual
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

1t was Mr.. Rockefeller's frst sea voyage
in many years and he ate three meals a
day. Mr.. Rockefellers stomach Is all right
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
Sets.

box SET Jroquet Sets. put up ina strong wooden.
Our No Croquet Sets consisting Of 3 halls .,d
w,rkets s n,ceiy finished. complete with pegs
The Elite" Professional Croouet Set with
balls and mallets. highly polished Sci a. ~
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

South Carolina grafters are accused of
dealing in cash by the hatful. The New
York insurance methods were more refined.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

The reclamation of Bryan as conserva-
tive proves that there are degrees of radi-
calism.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

Another Rough Rider just appointed to
office. The Rough Rider regiment must
have been brigade.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

Obedience TO orders should be the first
article OF the faith OF the high school cadet
as well as any other soldier.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
John d. Is Spelling.


ISNISIUh
Nevertheless that letter of recommen-
dation by John D Rockefeller was more
valuable than any our school teachers
could write II 1t did contain five misspeIl-
ed words.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

{. Lest the silence Of twenty-four hours
should be misconstrued 1t may be well to
state that the Russian douma is still In
session
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
A Consolatinn

From the Philadelphia North American.
Anyway. there isn't anything In fhe rate
bill about jail for taking presents from old
friends.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
Dressing Sacques at $500.

A very pretty and becoming
Dressing Sacque, made of China
silk, daintily trimmed with lace, in
pink, blue and white. An excellent
value.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

The thermometer does not tell the full
tale of horror on a 'muggy" day.
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Bombs /

From the Chicago Record Herald
Holders of public ofices In Russia may
seldom resign. but good many Of them
die.
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Knew His Place.

what did you think Of your daughters
graduation essay?"
Il didn't permit myself to think about
II" answered Mr.. Cumrox. 81 simply did
my duty and admired it,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
Batiste Cof'sets for
Summer Wear.

~ HE following corsets are of
4 lightweight batiste, which
W. is one of the favorite ma
terials for hot weather wear.
aB hin g. els ca5ssts saiste straight oo
ni !, B. eirdes Datiste' straight front. dip SLIGO
DIP hin s Sssssss sats straight $so
cR cor.e,s straight front din hi, $2.oo
hip, E. D. corsets. oatiste straight front dip $aoo
Ivy Corsets batiste, straight front, dip 81 m
hip. elasties attached. OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES.
Third floor, Eleventh ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
Special Values i'm
Silk Petticoats, Dressing
Sacques and
Long Kim0nas.
Silk Petticoats at $500.

0@h TTENTION is called to an
lMl excellent value in Silk Pet
G(k ticoats, trimmed with full
ruffle and finished with per
caline dust ruff1e. shown iFEWhite,
black and the wanted shades.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
Lawn Swings.

.n our W: 4 L. Special" Lawn Swing. made good
81 a.
a.o. farls Swing, well braced on Sides ana
Do I'm noias TWO adults Each. ...... 81 90
swing mad steer swing with awning; the hest
7 A."NS' '-aSh. Sl2 30
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
We also mention a few
priced practical garments

Two Specials at so:
White Persian Lawn Dresses, long
waisted style, with four box plaits extend
ing from neck to waist and three rows Of
embroidery insertion between the piaits:
full Bishop sleeves; plain skirt with deep
hem sizes 4. 8. 8 and TO-
White Persian Lawn Dresses. with round
yoke Of embroidery, finished with tucked
ruffae: short-waisted style, with tucked
band; full skirt with six small tucks above
a deep hem; sizes 8, s, 10 and II.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
An Impractical Idea.

IT have great idea this time" said the
CHEEKY inventor: "a noiseless lawn
mower
And what fun is there in noisefess
lawn-mower?" asked the capitalist 'It
wouldn't wake anybody up in the morn
ing"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

: Don't walk de floor when yous in trou-
ble." said Uncle Eben. You'll jes' wear
de carpet out an not meet anybody OATS
gwinter offer you either money or good
advice"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

3piece Garden Tool Sets Each IN,
watering Cans. Each. To- TO-
Wooden Sand Spades Each - r. anu ~
Enamelcd Sand Molds. Set . PIC
Sana e.. poA: .-............1 lee.
can. trowel, tub and pail >' '"S
u,u,..,, Set: $500, sI.5o. $3.50 and 50 30
Ceiluloid Toys With magnet. Boy e6c
Seiinoid TOYS. with diver and magnet Scr rae
Mechanical Boats. Each. ......,. zoe and sI an
Saiiboats. Each ....,.... sc 90 "a al
butterfly Nets. Each. ........... loo. and DC
Shildrens Lawn Settees. Each ...... 81 81
Fancy colored Bags. filled with toys
n Each, Soc and TIC
The Popular Teddy Bear. EACH, .., 81 IN
- Japanese Lanterns, for house lawn Decoration
Doaeh' '...'.........-..45c. TIC and 81 90
Fourth floor. Eleventh at,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

AT YS.75.
Girls Dresses Of white French lawn,
made long-waisted style. with round yoke
Of lace and shaped bertha trimmed with
lace insertion; full skirt with rows of In
sertion and lace around bottom; sizes 8, 10
and L.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
Two Specials at So. 50:

TWO Specials at p2,5O:
French Lawn Dresses, short WASTED;
yoke of lace insertion and bias bands joined
together by fagoting and finished with a
pointed bertha trimmed with lace inBer-
ton and edging; full sleeves with deep
cuffs skirt made with two rows of cluster
tucks; sizes 9, 8, 10, IL and il.
Fine White Lawn Dresses, long wasted.
with yoke of valenciennes lace insertion
and embroidery forming three points; full
sleeves and plain skirt. with deep hem;
sizes O. s, 10 and H.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
At SIs.oo.

AT SIS 90.
Misses 2-piece White Lawn Dresses. with
waist of aIl-over fine tucking trimmed with
German VaIenciennes lace and embroidery
insertion. skirt is made with deep fiounce
finished with tucks and strips Of insertion;
sizes 16 IS and 90.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

9 a22..It Lawn Tents. Of white canvas Each 81 a5
n,.na nn pnig"ams; can be carried from place 10
hooSss ihoisn suits including pants coat and
heaoeress; all Sizes Each. Observation-Disclosures 50
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
attractive items Inn low
, and invite inspection:

Two Specials at $Io5:
White India Linon Dresses, made with
low neck and short sleeves; pointed bertha
of insertion and lace; plain skirt, with deep
hem: sizes 4 and 9.
White India Linon Dresses with pointed
yoke OF tucks and insertion and embroidery
bertha: sleeves finished with deep tucked
cuffs: plain, full skirt sizes 9. 8. 10. IL
and II.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

Girls Pale Blue and Pink Mousseiine
Dresses, made with low neck and short
sleeves trimmed with embroidery; skirt is
made plain with deep hem; sizes 10 and II.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
Bows Summer Clothing.

Boys Summer Clothing.
IA in all the popular blacks and
~ wide range mixed effects in Norfolk Jacket Single and Doi
with knickerbock others with straighe pants Cloth
ing that fits well, looks well and wears we'll
the larger that are almost men also to men whose CHEST
inches The styles strictly to date the
Attention MS called to the following items in
Young ITEMS Suits at Special Prices:
lot of Young Mems Suits in the popular and
length broad shoulders and nugfing collars The pants
u and wide with pegops and finished with straps for
$1,000 each. Value, $1,000.
Also lot of Boys Suits doubebasted Styles made
= ''p0'' ss.75 each. Values, SOS to $3.50.
Boys Serge Suits, doubebreasted STYLE either with
boomer knee pants strictly last Color MADE by men aors excel
- $500 each. Regularly $3.50.
Attention also called line of
Boys New Wash Suits,
of which showing comprehensive assortment this
aunder we'll Included are Russian Suits Sailor Blouse Suits Nor
folk Jacket Suits and other steswhte and coo and pretty striped
effects.
IS: II; :; r. ": &;-s s : $; 81: ~ g; y $ %
$I.o8 each. 1915 to $3.50 EACH
y; Il; :::::; ' &: e: Z: g! 6: !: s.
sro5 to sao5 EACH $I.oo each
OIL. ys;s s ss i II s Russian style s @ @ e sss g. &
$2o5 each. $2oo EACH
Special:
Boys Fancy Plain Linen Norfolk jacket Styles
pants T. splendid
$500 each. Regularly $3.50.
Special also called o lot of
Boys and Young ITEMS Summer Shirts
Made from selected line of shrtng in wide variety Of choice
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
One Special at $2.o5:

embroidery In front and cluster of tucks In
back, finished with bertha OF embroidery;
long sleeves with deep tucked cuffse skirt
made full and finished with band of inser-
ton above deep hem. Sizes to II.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08
One Special at S3.2s

White Persian Lawn Dresses, shorf-waiSt
style, yoke of insertion and tucks, finished
with a pointed bertha trimmed with lace:
skirt Is full and trimmed with Insertion and
tucks and finished with deep hem. Sizes
to Ia.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-08

t'Acme" Military Suits, made Of genuine army
khaki cloth and finished with brass buttons: two
piece styie-blouse and trousers; sizes 21s to II.
$2.oo each.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-12-14

by druggists, d IN nifty
cent and one-dollar
siae bottles. You may
have a sample bottle
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-12-14
Onward March of Boil weevil.

New Orleans. Dec. 14.-The boil
weevil is slowly but surely working
its way from Mexico through Texas
and Louisiana. This terribly des-
truetive pest has advanced approxi-
mately forty-one and one-half miles
each year since its advent into Texas
In 1892. The present infested area
includes attitudes from sea-level to
about 1.S0O feet. Arkansas has also
become invaded. while the pest has
extended more than half way across
the state of Louisiana. Mr.. w. ID.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-12-14
NATIONAL
CHILD LABOR, &
CONVENTION

Cincinnati, o.. Dec. 1.-THE at.
tendance of delegates, officially ap-
pointed by the governors of the
states. at the second days proceed
ings of the National Child Labor con-
vention was even larger than on the
opening day. Mr.. John Mitchell.
president of the United Mine Work
ers in America. delivered an import
ant address on "Child Labor in the
Mines" during the course of which
he described the great injury to the
health and morals Of children by
forcing them to work underground.
"The Effect OF Child Labor on the
Standard of Living" was the subject
spoken on by the Hon. Charles p.
Neil. Phi. D.. United States commits
sioner of labor. and on this subject
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-12-14

err, and only man in the United States
eligible to membership. The hui
morist went on to explain that he had
reached the age when he believed he
could dress as he pleased. He is in
Washington attending the hearing of
the copyright law, which authors are
seeking to have amended.
Charles F. Murphy, biggest chief
In the Tammany wigwam and tanner
of the Tammany tiger, stopped a few
hours in Washington on his way
back to New York. Mr. Murphy has
been resting at Hot Springs, Va,
after the strenuous campaign in
New York, but he insisted that he had
been there only for a rest and not
to lay further political plans. How
ever, the New York Republicans here
would like to know the true inward
ness of the appearance at the Home
stead hotel, the big hostelry at the
resort. of w. j. Conners, of Buffalo,
the Hearst lieutenant in the northern
part of the Empire state. and the
many lone; walks taken by the two
political chiefs over the Virginia
hills. Despite the statement by Will
liam r. Hearst that he never again
will seek political office, there are
those who doubt the sincereity of
the announcement. and the burden Of
the conference of the two leaders at
the Virginia watering place might be
of interest.
AS an indication of how near to
total elimination is sectional feeling
In the United States, an incident
that took place this week II of inter-
est. For several years Boston has
priced highly a tattered and torn
confederate battle flag captured in
New Orleans by "Ben" Butler. Some
few weeks ago It was decided to re-
turn the banner to New Orleans
Mayor Fitzgerald, of Boston, accord
ingly brought the old flag to WASH
ington this week. and when he met
Mayor Behrman. of New Orleans, at
the waterways convention, to which
both were delegates, he announced
his intention of surrendering IL
Mayor Behrman promptly replied
that New Orleans didn't want It
The war was over, the old differences
had been forgotten and national pa
triotism was too firmly established
to require outward evidences. The
two mayors parted the best of
friends, and Boston undoubtedly has
more respect for New Orleans, as
New Orleans must have for Boston.
The canning industry in the Uni
ted States is growing rapidly. The
census bureau has Just issued re-
port showing the strides made. The
largest item Is canned vegetables.
the value of which in 1904 reached
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-12-14
A Western Wonder.

There's a Hill at Bowie. Tex.
that's twice as big as last year. This
wonder is w. l.. Hin, who from q
weight OF 90 pounds has grown to
over $50. He says: 81 have suf-
fered with a terrible cough. when l
began taking DR.. Kings New Dlscov-
cry for Consumption, Coughs aud
Colds. Now. after taking IL bottles,
have more than doubled in weight
and am completely cured" Only
sure Cough and Cold cure. Guaran-
teed by ]. c. Perry. druggist; soc
and $1.00. Trial bottle free.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-12-14

by mail free, also a Hons of ss1npRooa
pamphlet telling all about Swamp Root
including many Of the thousands OF testi.
monial letters received from sufferers
cured. in writing DIR. Kiluler \ Co,
Rlnghamton, n, a., be SURE aud mention
this paper, Don't make any mistake,
bat remember the name. swamp Root,
Or, kilmer's Swanp-Rool, and the al.
dress, hlnghanton, \. Y. ON every
koiilN.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-12-14

also President Charles w. Dabney,
OF the University of Cincinnati;
President Il. ]. James. of the Uni
versity of Illinois: Hon. Elmer j.
Browne, United States commissioner
of education. and Samuel McCune
Lindsey, the secretary of the conven-
tion, spoke. The convention will
hold its final sitting tomorrow, when
resolutions will be adopted imper-
atively calling on congress to finally
abolish child labor in the United
States.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-12-14
Pole Finders.

Some explorers are in faTf
hunting for the north pole in al
biles." remarked the man who
the magazines. do you thiil
plan would be successful"
II wouldn't be surprised, n
the motorist who had Just beal
wreck. Automobiles seem az
of finding every pole from a Alia
pole to a telegraph pole. "-cA
Daily News.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-12-14
Record Apnle Crop In IndInnn.

Indianapolis, Ind, Dec, 14.-Mr.
Joseph Stubbs, state statlstlcian. in
his report on the apple crop. states
that Il is more than double that of
the previous year, the amount com
ing up to 4,7S0,O00 bushels The
number OF apple trees under cultiva-
tion last year was 4.222.O7S, but
this year the number must have ma
terially decreased
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-12-14

No one on this green earth can eat
lard-soaked food day after day and not
feel its i'll effects eventually. You may
have one of those iron-clad stomachs
which will prove unsusceptible for time,
but the hog-fat and its accompanying
indigestibility will do its work sooner or
later. 1t is an absolute fact that lard
simply hog-fat-is indigestible, and that
it is not fit for the human stomach.
COtf0lene, on the other hand, is made
from pure, refined cotton seed ola
product of nature which is thoroughly
palatable, digestible and healthful. No
other shortening contains the digestible,
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-12-14
Long Tennessee Fight.

For 20 years w. l.. Rawls Of
Tenn, fought nasal catarrh
writes: "The swelling and sm
inside my nose was fearful, tn
gan applying Bucklen's Arnla
TO the sore surface; this causl
soreness and swelling to dlzH
never to return" Best salvs
istence: 25c at ]. c. Perry's drI'
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-12-14

yigor and cheerful.
ness soon disappear
when the kidneys are
out of order or dis
eased.
Kidney trouble has
become so prevalent
that It is not unc0m-
mon for a child 10 he
born afflicted with
weak kidneVS. Iftlie
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-12-14

Hunter, in charge of the cotton
weevil investigations OF the d
States department of agrIcultur
at present in the south.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-12-14
Lard is no respecter
of stonachs

nourishing and healthful qualities
CottOleme. Even pie, that nightmare ,
dyspeptics, becomes easily digestible wbs
made with C0tf0Lene. How manv nao,l
can eat lard-laden pie? :
Ask your regular grocer for pail,
C0tt0Lene and start tomorrow on the N,
to "lardless cookery" 1t will insure bOI
for yourself and your family better food
better digestion and better health.
C0ffOlene shortens your food api
lengthens your life.
Try it according to directions for
few weeks and you'll
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-12-14
Women as Well as Men Are Made
Miserable by Kidney and
Bladder Trouble.

Kidney trouble preys upon the mind,
discourages and ssensambition; beauty.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-12-14

child urinatestoo Often. ifthe urine scslds
the flesh, OF if, when the child reaches an
age when il should be able 10 control the
passage, il is yet afflicted with bed-wet.
ting, dependupon IL. the cause of the diffi.
Guilty IS kidney trouble, and the first
step should be towards the treatment OF
these important organs. This unpleasant
trouble is due to a diseased condition OF
the kidneys and blaRier and not to a
habit as most people suppose.
Women as well as men are made miser.
able with kidney and bladder trouble,
and both need the same great remedy.
The mild aud the immediate effect OF
Swamp-R0ot Is soon realized. It is sold
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1906-06-17

ripsity- He is not inqu,sitive like
Roosevelt A man who happened to be
IN St Petersburg from a district where
disturbances hal occurred was sent to
The palace by some one who thought
that his majesty would like to ask ques-
lions about the trouble When admit
ted 10 the official presence. the car
said: You are from so and soy Yes.
your majesty" was the reply. The
car then remarked: u have been there
and 1 found the air in that locality TO
be very good. after which he exhibited
no further interest in his caller or the
condition Of the people in the disturbed
region Under the same circumstances
Roosevelt would have applied a running
fire Of questions to the visitor and
pumped him dry Of all facts i'm his pos
session before letting him depart.
All who know the emperor agree that
he has a weak viii and IS easily led by
those around him. In the course of his
actions he constantly contradicts him
self. Shortly after the death Of his
father he made this emphatic statement
gainst reform: I am aware that in
certain meetings in provincial assem-
blies voices have been lately raised by
persons carried away by absurd illu
siOns about participation in matters OF
national government Let AL know that,
in devotiIg all my strength To the wei
fare Of my people. I intend to protect
the principle Of aUtocracy as firmly and