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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
Responsibility.
the New York Tribune.

From the New York Tribune
We are going to bring new indictment
against respectable men in politics. If it
were not for the respectable men, how
long could any corrupt machine last? If
1t were not for the men who within or
without politics have won regulations for
cleanliness and probity, how long could
political debasement be maintained? If it
were not for the men whom the people
delight to honor, how could those remain
in power who are covered with political
dishonor? If 1t were not for the citizens
Of notable standing who have fought the
BOSSES" who have Warred upon machines,
who have gained fame for their independ-
ence, how could the bosses and the ma
chimes continue to do business? If it
were not for the constant supply of avail
able candidates who by universal agree
ment cannot be controlled" how could
the corruptionists keep their control over
the rest of us? If good men would not
be put up Ito save the day for the ma
chine WhereWith could it saved? If
whitewash were not always at hand in
abundance, whom would sepuchres de-
ceive? 1t is common to indict good men
for their failure to take part In politics;
we would also indict them for the part
they too commonly takes when they do
take part.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
Maryland.

The campaign in Maryland this year
turns. as previous campaign turned, on
the Acknowledgement issue. In that pre-
vious campaign the democrats were beat
en-. IT was decided by a good ma jority
that the welfare of the state would not
be advanced by the tuggle with the
suffrage they proposed. Would it be
now?
In truth, the democratic proposition is
notification. 1t seeks to do what the
Constitution of the United States forbids
without the payment of a penalty. The
real object Is to bar the negroes from
the ballot box.
Why should this be done? No harm has
ever come TO Maryland from the exercise
of the suffrage by the negroes. Their
voting numbers are comparatively small.
They have never threatened, and could
not threaten If they would, white su-
premacy. The whites have always led,
and are leading now.
The negroes have always been follow
ers. and as voters have assisted in some
excellent work in the state. Neither
Maryland nor the city OF Baltimore has
known better government than that the
republicans when in Office have given.
Hc IcCOIu 10 eACeIeHt, anu Is al asset
in the present campaign.
In national affairs the negro vote of
Maryland has been thrown against Bry-
anism ever since the peerless leader
raised his standard And associated with
that vote. and unashamed OF the associ-
alton, have been leading democrats,
working with might and main to keep
the state true to the interests Of sound
currency and an unimpaired public
credit. That Maryland, under the reluc-
tant leadership of Mr.. German, did sup
port Mr.. Bryan In 1896, when success for
him would have had the most appalling
consequences. was due to the free ap-
proach to the ballot box of all voters,
white and black. The whites-thousands
of democrats joining with the republic
ans-led, and the negroes, following wise
leadership, assisted in giving the states
vote to Mckinley and sound money.
In the light of these facts, which can
not be successfully disputed, what other
than a partisan significance attaches to
this disfranchisement maneuver? The
republicans characterize it as an effort
to make Maryland a one-party state-a
state where democratic success at the
polls would be guaranteed by law, and
where I'll Scesses of ring rule would be
almost impossible of correction. 1t un-
doubtedly has that appearance, and the
law would probably have that effect.
We shall see a spirited campaign. The
issue is such as to cause sober thought
in all thinking circles, and the result
should be a very heavy vote on election
day. In importance to the people of
Maryland the matter transcends the
tariff and all other political matters.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
The Lazy Bug.
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From the New Orleans Times-Demoosat.

From the New Orleans TimesDemodDat
There are phenomena connected with
the raid Of the lazy bug which the lay
man cannot understand and which the
physicians probably comprehend dimly,
despite their positive assertions in the
matter. The lazy man can be energetic
enough on occasion. The weary tramp
who refuses to chop wood for his break
last has been known to do ten miles at
fast clip in the mere hope of getting a
drink at the end of the walk. What
renders the bug quiescent for the nonce
Can his operations be controlled by a
mere effort of the will? Or has he him
self partially for booze" which in
duces him to suspend operations for the
moment? These are questions the I'M
scientific mind would like to see an
swered. before giving in it's allegiance
unreservedly to the dictum that laziness
is always or even generally the fault of
little microbe shaped like a hook.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
Is It a Sportp
From the indianapolis News.


Those who ought to know insist that
automobile racing is good thing for
the automobile industry, that manufac-
turers have learned much from these con-
tests. 1t is said that many of the i'm
provements made in the cars, improve
ments that have tended to. make them
more safe even for the ordinary user,
have resulted from the efforts to cure
weaknesses revealed in such contests as
those of last week. OF course. there are
those who argue that the speedway is
q good thing for the city; that the races
bring people and business here, as they
do But none Of these considerations
touches the question under discussion,
namely. whether automobile racing is
really a sport In any true sense of the
word. There could be tests which would
try out car In private And as for
the commercial considerations, they ought
not to weigh at all If it can be shown
that these races are necessarily dan
gerous-that is. dangerous beyond other
sports.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
China Dept.

1OO-piece Dark Blue Decorated English Porce
lain Dinner Set: dinner plate missing. Re
duced from $11.95 to $S.95.
1 Decorated Japanese China Salad Bowl. Re
duced from 81 90 to 60c.
l Decorated French China Mayonnaise Bowl or
tray; slightly damaged. Reduced from 81. 60 to
SOC.
l Decorated Austrian China Chop Dish. slightly
damaged. Reduced from 81 90 to Soc.
I Decorated English Porcelain Sugar Bowl Re-
duced from LOO to 25c.
/ Decorated Austrian China Cracker Jar, slight
" imperfect Reduced from 75c to 35c.
1 7-piece Decorated Stein Set; tankard slightly
imperfect. Reduced from 500 to 81. %.
L Decorated Austrian China Chocolate Pot.
cover odd. Reduced from 75c to Doc.
3 Plain White Bowls and Pitchers, slightly i'm
perfect. Reduced from % to SOC each.
. 9piece Plain White Toilet Sets, damaged.
Reduced from $2.25 to 81 10 each
3 Decora ted French China Meat Dishes. Re
duced from 80 to Sjc each.
4 Decorated French China Covered Dishes. Re-
duced from $i.75 and Sc to SIC each.
Fifth floor G st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
A Respected Mediator.
Ny Uncle Jim will sit all day

Ny Uncle Jim will sit all day
Beneath the leafy vine,
An watch the children at their play
Whene'er the weathers fine.
Some say he's kind of indolent,
But us that's fond of him
Know ordinary work want meant
Fur folks like Uncle Jim.
We've heard about the little lad
Who watched the kittle steam,
While people said, Amt it too bad,
The way he'll sit an dream"
Each planets pathway. too, is mapped
AS plain as plain kin be,
Because oil Isaac Newton mapped
Beneath an apple tree.
An SO, we step on tip-toe when
We see him dozin' there;
We're sure some day his fellow men
Will rise up, an declare
From hill to hill and town to town
Their gratitude immense
To Uncle Jim for sittin down
And thinkin' SO intense.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
Woranen's Costume Dept.

I Natural Color Rajah Silk Princess Gown.
with yoke. collar and revers Of rich lace h0nd-
embroidered in two shades Of silk; size 80. Re-
duced from SIS 90 to $500
1 Apricot Satin Princess Gown, with black net
yoke made cloth OF gold; braided bolero ef-
feet; size &c. Reduced from $500 to $50 50.
1 Tan Pongee Silk Princess Gown, with hand
embroidered filet net yoke and sleeves; size s6.
Reduced from $3f 80 to $500.
3 Lingerie Princess Gowns. blue and white:
deliberately trimmed with lace insertion and
bands of self material: sizes 81. 50 and 40 Re-
duccd from $500 to $3.50 each.
White Linen Princess Dress, trimmed with
hand embroidered 6let net and imitation Irish
crochet lace: size Sc. Reduced from s42 so -
SIS. 90.
Third floor, G st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
Friday Bargain i'm
Bows Suits.

A lot of BOYS Medium-weight
Suits, made of fine quality mate
rails, with knickerbocker trou-
sers: sizes 7 to II.
Special price. $500 each.
Values, $3.50, $1,000 and SII.oo.
Also lot of Little BOYS Rus
sian Blouse Wash Suits. in neat
and becoming effects; sizes ~,
3 and 4.
Special price. SI.oo each.
Values, SI95, $2.o5 and $3.50.
And these remnants:
II Boys Fine Atwood Suits. with knickerbnck.
er trousers: sizes TO IL. Reduced from $500
and 5000 TO $3.50 each.
10 Boys Fine Wool Suits. with knickerbcck~r
trousers; sizes to IL. Reduced from $50 and
$3.50 to 1913 each.
Little Boyss Fall-weight ReeferS, In tan
gray and red; sizes 2ls. 8. 4, and I. Reduced
from $500 To 81. 50 each
IL Boys Wash Coat Suits. with knickerbocker
trousers: sizes 8. Z. s. 10, II, IL and 16 Re
duced from 1850 and 1915 to &1.5o each.
SO pairs Boys Atwood Knickerbocker Troueere.
81 90 to dc pair
Third floor, Tenth st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
Friday Bargain i'm
Mems Summer Suits.

We have just 80 Mems Fancy
Summer Suits left in stock, and
these we shall place on sale to-
morrow morning at specially re-
duced prices for immediate clear
ance. Included are two and three
piece styles, in tan and gray
striped effects: also few plain
blues. Hart Schaffner & Marx
and other reputable makers are
included. Sizes 80, 40, az and ~
only are represented. We have
divided them into two lots, as
follows:
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
Lot 1===S9.75 each.
Worth up to $4,000.
Lot 2===Sl2.75 each.
Worth up to $500.

And these remnants:
Young Mems Long Trousers Suits, of novelty
blue worsteds; well made. stylish suits; sizes
Is and Is. Reduced from $500 to $7.75 each.
2 Mems White Serge Suits-Hart Schafn &
Marx make; sizes 80 and 20. Reduced from
$500 to $I2.75 each.
1 Mems Raincoat Of fancy Scotch mixture:
size IS. Reduced from $1,000 to $1l.75.
25 pairs Mems and Young Mems Separate
Trousers, in browns, fans and light and dark
gray effects, and in this seasons most popular
fabrics: sizes 30 to "a inch waist measure. Re
duced from $500 and $500 to s.. Is pair.
Mems Fancy Cashmere Vests. in brown and
gray striped effects; left from $500 suits;
sizes 35. SO. 50. 50 and AZ. Reduced to 25c each.
Main floor Tenth ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26

Not only has Atlantic City endeavored
to rut on the lid, but New Jersey 8
legislature has taken under consideration
the bacterial dangers OF the public drink
ing cup. The Atlantic coast appears
to be losing respect for thirsts of every
description.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
Friday Bargain i'm
Cotton l,aces.

A special purchase of Cotton
Laces lodgings and insertions to
match), in torchon, cluny and
baby Irish patterns. They range
in width from Il to 4 inches, and
are suitable for trimming dress
es, underwear, curtains, etc.
cal price, SC yard.
Main floor C IT
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26

1t has been suggested that ex-President
Roosevelt might add to his athletic record
by swimming the English channel. But
Gen. F'unston's career has created an i'm
preston that the American public is not
strong in its enthusiasm over natatorial
featS.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26

Of these pestilential intruders This work
ought to have been started some time
ago. but it is not too late to carry on
an effective warfare, not for the sake of
the already disfigured trees, but in the
hope of making more shade and cleaner
streets for Washington next season.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26

Oklahoma feels the need Of more gar
deners and truck farmers. No sooner
has i section advanced from the pioneer
stage o. development than it begins to
long for the enervating luxuries of life.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26

Some OF Georgia's prohibitionists are
preparing to write insurance at reduced
rates for total abstainers. This awakens
the depressing suspicion that in spite of
legislation there are distinctions to be
drawn.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
Friday Bargain inn
Dmtch Collars.

A small lot of Dutch Collars,
trimmed with valenciennes lace
and embroidery. Neat and at
tractive designs.
I5c each. Value, 25c.
Main floor, G st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26

1t is perhaps as we'll to have it definite
ly understood that the issues Of new
coins are not made for the benefit Of de-
signers in metal or slot-machine proprie-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26

Of personal absence letters 60 TN
9TA8 should not be addressed TO any
Individual connected with the ONCE. but
simply to THE STAB, or to the Editorial
Or Business Department, according to
tenor or purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26

The dogmatic wisdom with which an
attorney sometimes undertakes to express
himself is simply professional energy and
should not be confused with exaggerated
ego.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26

Mr.. Hartman will now proceed to dig
up little extra railway profit to meet
the bills of his European physicians.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26

In making arrangements with foreign
commerce to supply Its needs China
cannot avoid displaying some Of the
signs of apprehension which usually dis
tinguish the ultimate consumer
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26

1t is estimated that the value of John
D. Rockefeller's oil stock has increased
nearly $SO,OOO.OOO in two years. This
looks we'll for universities in quest Of
donations.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26

A Kansas college undertakes to teach
the art of public speaking. Time was
when oratory was that states most luxu-
RANT natural growth.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26

The footwork required in mimic warfare
has doubtless done something toward
helping along Massachusetts boot and
shoe business.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26

There has been an unfortunate dispo-
sition among some of the young men in
military and naval life to anticipate the
horrors of war.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26

Several American poets have announced
their intention of ending their days on
the Pacific slope. This ought to put
California in the literary running with
Indiana.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
The Employer Problem.

so you have decided to try a new
servant?''
NO" answered Mr.. Crosslots, In
tone Of patient resignation. THE serv-
ants in our neighborhood have resolved
to try new employers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
An Evolutionary Extremist.

DO you believe in the Darwinian the
ory?' asked Mr.. Wibbles.
Il am inclined to go further than Oar
win did" answered Miss Cayenne, and
believe that some members Of our species
have started on a return trip"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
Handling a Constituency.

why don't you make haste to mingle
with your constituents? Don't you know
there is a great deal of criticism about
your attitude on the tariff
YES" answered Senator Sorghum. But
there is nothing to be gained by getting
into a personal discussion. I'll just let
them work up the argument among them
selves, and then step in as peace
maker and referee
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.

The Modern Mrs. Malaprop.
Isn't your husband something of an
epicure?"
Certainly not, answered Mrs. Cum
rox, with dignity. II trust the day will
never come when he cannot afford to
hire somebody to polish his fingernails.'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
Out Of the Way.

From the Chicago News.
One of the safest places from which
to view an automobile race is the main
deck of a capable balloon.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
Sorrows Unsunp.

The boy with green apples and peaches
inspires
Outlines compassionate ballad.
But poets have never yet sounded their
Tyres
For the grown-ups who eat lobster
salad.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26

Newfoundland's story of fight with
devil fish sounds like an effort to i'm
prove on the old fashioned sea serpent
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26

BON MARCH
314-316 Seventh Street.
Final Sacrifice
of All Small Lots
AT Give=AWay Prices.
Every item this list should be closed out tomorrow
for literally giving away of the finest merchan
disc shown this
IS Linen Suits in Oyster White and cz=o
Linen color. Were SIS 90 and $500, S|.SV
Suits, Old Rose, Blue, Oyster
White. Were $1,000 SS.5U
3 Rep Suits OldRose. Were $500, Sl.SV
Lot White Lawn Skirts. Were $3.50 sue
Lot White Linen and Rep Skirts
Worth up to $500 :. y8c
Lot White Linen Skirts Worth
Lot Striped Lawn Dresses. Were
~-'So Nv
Lot Fancy Tub Dresses. Were
$1,000 and $500 $2.98
Lot Worsted One piece Dresses
and Jumpers. Were $500 $3.50
Lot Wolfe Skirts in Black, Brown
and Navy. Were $500 $500
Lot of Ladies' Skirts in panama,
gray stripes, shepherd plaids and
white serge. Worth up to $3.50 SIPS
Lot of Pongee Coat Suits in all colors and
black and white striped serges
Worth $500 and $1,000 $1,000
Lot of Long Pongee and Cloth of
Gold Separate Coats. Worth $500
to $1,000 5000
Lot of Cloth Suits, worth up to
$500 for $500
Lot Of Cloth Suits, in black, old
rose, green, navy. Worth up to $50, $3.50
Lot of Sample Suits for misses and
small ladies. Worth SIS 90, for $3.50
Sd Floor Bargains.
SOC Corset Cover and Drawers; slightly soiled;
lace and embroidery trimmed; we'll made of fine IN
y worth $500 oe. ..""eo 's'..s pos'''ve csc
sroo .oo. anu ...::'"s :a."es WORM 400
sets; assorted sizes s M -: eoo ana $50 .of 6Qc
Clearance price of all Colored Straw Bonnets =0
w orth SI9o...... ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. IyG
Clearance price in our line of Infants Swiss CAPS ~
"oiti Pioo'. wv
SIPS to $500 Children's White Dresses: six -
months to two years. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. eye
Lot Chldrens Coats in India linen, dotted swiss all
over embroidery lace trimmed; sizes months c. ~
years Worth up to $500, for .............. pZ.ZS
Lot much better; description Worth d. -
up to S99o. pF.OV
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
On the Move.

From the Boston Transcript.
When Wu Tng-fang is not coming to
the United States he Is returning to
China.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
Friday Bargain i'm
Bows B1Ouses.

A lot of Boys Wash Blouses,
in neat and attractive designs
and colorings: mostly all have
soft collars. Sizes 7 to Is.
soc each. Value, SI.oo.
And these remnants:
IS Boys Wash Blouses and Neflire Shirts:
nearly all sizes represented. Reduced from Soc
75c and LOO to CSC each.
10 suits Boys Madras Pajamas: sizes 10, II,
IA and Is. Reduced from 81 90 TO Soc each
Is Russian Belts, In various sizes. colofs and
each.
81 Boys Wash Hats and Sailor Tams. Reduced
from Soc to Toe each.
% Wash Hats and Straw Hats for boys and
girls. Reduced from Toe and 81 90 to sc each.
Third floor, Tenth at.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-08-26
And these remnants :
Cotton Dress Goods.

8 yards 42-inch Wolfe, old rose
with white silk stripe. Reduced
from $3.50 to $500 for piece.
7 yards 45-inch Ottoman Wolfe,
white with old rose stripe. Re-
duced from $I4.oo to $500 for
piece.
8 yards 38-inch Shadow Check
Chiffon Wolfe. blue ground with
handsome white and gold plaid.
Reduced from $I2.25 to $500 for
piece.
And these remnants
GH to 8 yard lengths.)
121ac Printed Organize, &c a yard.
Zoe Printed Lawn, &c a yard.
12l2c Printed Percale, Zoe yard
12lsc Bates Seersucker 1Oc a yard
1Sc and 19c Racquet Cloth Sc a yard
15c Galatea, 1Oc yard.
29c Costume Chiffon Zoe q yard.
3Sc Broche Satin 2ac yard.
soc Mousselne de Soic 2Sr a yard
25c Mercerized Poplin i5c n yard
zoe Himalsya Cloth Zoe yard.
Second floor. q ST.
The Washington times., 1909-09-22
IN CIRCLES

Father thinks he does"
But after ALL it's only thinking.
"Listenp' the girl broke out
At that moment both heard the SOUND
of a crowbar on the boards Of the dock
ION. pshaw,'' cried the girl. They're
getting ready TO rescue US already
Does seem a pity Eben agreed.
They gazed up al the boards above
and watched one Of the cracks gradu-
Il hadn't realized before" said Eben
slowly, Just how great il Is for two
people to be alone in the world Just
think. Marjory as soon as That crack
gets wide enough to lower a rope ana
pun us up, We'll be separated, maybe
Doesn't it make you think of the old
tragedies, Eben?' she said. II remem-
Der watching great actress once IN
play Of the Fren n Revolution, At the
end Of II she ana her lover were tied
together and thrown into the Seine. 4
so bad for two lovers to die together
Please Please don't talk So" cried
Eben, the thought chilling him.
"Oh. I was Just thinking. that's all,
the girl said brightly. "Of course, we're
going 70 he happy together But II l
didn't know we were, ] wouldn't halt
mind IL II we could die tOgether r.
Good heavens, Don't talk about dy-
ANo. Wen find Jim the stowaway.
We must 1t all depends on him. His
story will save you and then we can
live happily ever after.
Eben looked up TO find daylight
streaming through a big hole IN the
"Coiae." he said. turning and helping
the girl to arise. I'VE must be ready 70
be rescued. Let's get over beneath the
They stepped through the slime to a
place along the well beneath the apen-
As they walked along slowly Eben
stopped short and drew the girl toward
LISTEN he cried. in a stihed
They stood motionless for several
seconds and both heard footsteps
very near splashing through the
-Stand right thereg' Eben whisper
| ed I'm Marjory's ear.
The girl remained motionelss while
Eben tfptoed toward the sound.
/ Just then another board acoVe was
pulled up with a ripping sound ana a
! larger shaft Of light shot down into
I the semi-blackness beneath.
| In the flash of light Eben made out
| the crouching form OF bent Lttle
man sneaking along in the mud near
/ the wall.
/ Then, getting poise, he hurled him.
! self toward the creature and tackled
/ him about the waist. Together they
rolled in the slippery muc, tearing
and biting at one another.
The Continuation of This story VIII
Appear In TOmOrrOw'1 IHsue
of The Times.