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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
Pessimistic Veterans.

Another veteran. with distinguished
public services to his credit. Is In pessi-
mistic mood about the future of the gov
eminent. The other day john BigeioW
expressed the fear that labor strikes
would soon lead to revolution. He could
see no other result unless labor and capt.
tal speedily arranged permanent terms.
He was arguing. it is true. against the
protective tariff, to which he ascr1bed the
leading difficulty.
Today Gen. Bragg of Wisconsin is quot
cd i'm fear of anarchy unless strikes cease.
sometimes he thinks the evil period lis
near Then he heartens a little, and
sees it at distance. But still he sees it
coming. now near, now far
We may all deplore the growth of
strikes. Many arc hastily called, and
many are futile. Plants and men are idle
for months. and both sides lose. When
the differences are finally adjusted there
is strong suggestion that little longer
and better tempered parleying at the
start would have prevented the strike.
Small concessions by both sides would
have sufficed. And compromise is the
very essence of life.
But strikes are not of the nature of
anarchy. When riot begins. some
triumphs. Labor has never been. and
cannot be. marshaled against properly
constituted authority. 1t has it's lawless
element. as has capital but The lawless
element does not control. Labor, in the
way of homes and bank accounts, has a
substantial stake in the game of govern
ment, and is not bent on suicide 1t is
vitality interested In shelter and order, and
under its best leadership may be relied
upon to support government
For some years following the civil war
there were eminent men both at home here
and abroad who shook their heads over the
stability of the terms reached between
the sections. AS they believed, there had
been only Il cessation of hostilities ef
fected- Another outbreak, and soon, was
bound to come. and then the disruption
of the Union would be accomplished.
They could not conceive of the two sec
lions knitted together again after such
"a division. But they did knit together,
and the Union today is stronger than ever
before.
1T would be folly to say that we have
none of the conditions in this country
which produce revolutions, but it is safe
10 say that we have not the conditions
which produced the great revolutions else
where. The French revolution is oftenest
quoted warming, but there is nothing
in America today analogous to that which
shook France a hundred-and-odd years
ago. destroyed the established order, and
produced Napoleon and his red star. In
a word, America is not France, and this
is the year 1909.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
A Proposed Curfew Law.

Such a curfew law as that drafted by
the corporation counsel and submitted to
the Commissioners is needed in Wash
ington. Whatever general objection there
may be to the limitation of juvenile free
dom is overcome by the fact, obvious to
any one who looks around the streets
after dark, that the children are given an
altogether unwholesome degree of liberty.
In the enjoyment Of their freedom after
dark the youngsters not only are in physi-
cal and moral danger, but they are an
annoyance to others. A we'll drawn and
wisely executed curfew law is i'll the
interest of both the children and the
adult. Under the bill just drafted, the
children will be given the freedom of the
streets up to O'Clock from April l to
September 80. and $40 pm. during the
rest Of the year. Any child under fifteen
found ON the streets AFTER those houra
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
Washington Police Needs.

Maj. Sylvester's requisition for 100
more policemen Is in no wise unreason-
able, when the territory which the local
force is required to patrol and the inter-
ests which it safeguards are considered
In appropriating for the Districts needs
in this regard Congress unfortunately
applies rule of thumb to the case, re-
Sarding Washington as a city. Account
is not sufficiently taken of the fact that
IL is the District of Columbia rather
Than the city of Washington for which
the police force is organized and that
the area Of residence extends practically
TO the District line in all directions The
District is in short An urban territory.
every part of which is in need of police
protection.
In his report the chief of the force calls
attention To certain comparisons between
Washington and other cities. showing
that the local municipality has 1913 pa
irolmen on beats and posts TO each
thousand acres Of land supervised by
the police. while Milwaukee has 2O6 Gin
cinnati 1913. Detroit 147, Buffalo 1S.S.
Cleveland 1872, Pittsburg 25.s. ST. Louis 30
and Baltimore 3S. Thus. with the single
exception of Cincinnati in the cities
named, all of which are larger than
Washington. there is a heavier percentage
of police protection than here at the
capital. which it is the desire Of the
American people to make a model Of
municipal organization.
With reference to the relation between
poHce protection and population the fig
ltcs show Washington deficient, there
rig here 10 patrolmen and officers to
. > io,tsD people, in milwaukee, go. in
:uftaio .i7. Cleveland 81. Pittsburg BIS
~. Louis :91 and Baltimore 500. while
in Cincinnati alone 10 the percentage
lower than in this city.
Tho. municipal police have. no jurisdic-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
The Charity Work.

Every winter 1t is required that the
people of Washington who have a margin
of income over expenses contribute to
fund for the relief of the less fortunate
members of the community who are In
actual need of the means of supporting
life. Despite all the constructive work
that can be carried on by the organized
charities and by individuals to rescue the
poor from their unfortunate condition.
| there will remain every season a certain
number who are, through no fault of
their own, thrown upon charity for the
maintenance of life. There are men
who through illness have been deprived
of their normal means of support, and
whose misfortune involves wives and
children There are capable artisans
whose lines of employment are closed
temporarily i'll consequence of the state
of the weather. There are women who
have been deserted by their husbands.
There are families brought to the verge
OF starvation through the bad ha bits of
the wage earners. What with disease.
and lack of provident forethought, and
Ignorance, and intemperance gaunt need
stalks in many homes today. 1t is the
task Of the people with enough for their
own necessities TO spare little from their
means to rescue these unfortunate ones
from suffering
The charity relief work in Washington
is now well organized A perfect CO.
operation has been effected between the
fund collecting and distributing agencies.
There is no waste, as in former times
when the problem was left to individual
solution. Every dollar that is collected
by the Citizens Relief Association or by
the Associated Charities, or by the joint
finance committee working for all the
charitable needs. is applied to good use.
What is needed to assure the meeting of
every need is first for those who know
of cases of actual want to report them
promptly to the Associated Charities, and
then for those who can give, ever SO lit
tie, to do SO Immediately. The dollar
given now may be worth five later i'll the
year, for now is a time of urgent need,
with the temperature at danger point and
with many lines of outdoor employment
closed.
Far better is it to intrust the imme-
diate management of all cases of need
to a central organization, well equipped
to investigate and to distribute, than to
undertake by personal ministrations to
alleviate the suffering incidental to the
winter in Washington. The main pur-
pose OF charity organization is to insure
that every person in need of help obtains
1t, and this is accomplished only when
all who feel the charitable impulse re-
spond to 1t by turning i'm their contribu
lions, in funds or in goods, to a central
distributing agency. By this means mis-
takes are avoided. actual needs are met
and the resources are applied to the best
possible advantage in rescuing all classes
of sufferers from the pinch of physical
want.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30

MIR. WI, who was a philosopher when
he came. has left the country more of
a philosopher than ever. He has looked
into the American side of things, and
cordially approves of a good deal of what
he found. He has something of value
to say to his countrymen on the sub
ject. AS to his future he is not certain.
If office at home awaits him he does not
know it. Office should await him-a
good place. with a good salary attached.
So young a man-he has lived but fifty
Of his two hundred years-shOuld not be
kept in the background.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
A Bad Start.

"A man always looks foolish when he
proposes" said the frank young woman.
YES" answered Mr.. Meekton: land
have evidently failed to overcome the
absurd impression I made on Henrietta
on that occasion
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30

without adult escort or a specific permit
from parent or guardian becomes liable
- detention for a hearing i'm the Juvenile
to,..'t. with the possibility of punishment
in cases that call for penalties
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
Etched and Gut
Stem Glassware.

Our open stock patterns OF
etched and cut stem glassware
have been amply cared for, and
we are prepared to furnish with
out delay matcllings for broken
pieces of additional quantities.
We have also added new pat
terms, and would invite particu-
lar attention to new line of
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
Correction.

cit must be exhilarating to go scuddins
over the snow in your automobile said
the man who walks
Not scudding,' said Mr. Chuggins
"skiddinS.''
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30

The industry with which the para
sraphers have devoted themselves to that
reputed promoter of laziness. the hook
worm. is pretty good proof that they are
not afflicted.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30

MIR. Peary's recent experiences with
the home product in snowdrifts will be
credited without referring any docu-
ments to Denmark.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30

1t Is the usual thing for a man to go
into office as mayor of New York under
criticism and Mcclellan will see to it
that the custom is observed in Gaynors
cas-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
Cut Glass StemWare.
Lamps, Candles
| And Accessories.

orative purposes dozen. .............40 c and 6Oc
Paper Candle Shades, each. ........ Toe and up
Silk Candle Shades each. ......... Soc and 75c
Electric Light Shades. each ........ lie and ND
Adjustable Candle Shade. Holders. each. :. sc
Mica Innings for Candle Shades, dozen.
I5c and M
Glass Bcheches. DOZEN ............ 40r and 7.,c
Candle Shade Holders, with weighted bot
Twilight Candle Lamps ,burn oiD. each. SOC
Patent Candle Lamps, each. .4Oc and SOC
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
A Cautious Opinion .

Yes said the charitable scientist. IL
think we must admit that eXplorer-lec-
turer had a touch of insanity
'Of what nature?'
well, l should say he was crazy to get
rich"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30

\ great scarcity Of eggnog has been
noted, although there has been some
question whether the responsibility rests
with the vigilance of prohibition senti-
ment or the reluctance of the hens.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
The Harder Task.

From the Baltimore Star.
Having most effectively settled the
question what is whisky?' Mr.. Taft
may now turn his attention to defining
a democrat.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
Luck.

Does you believe its lucky to see de
new moon over yoh right shoulder"
''Sho 1 does replied Mr.. Erastus
Pinkney. Desc here stormy days you s
lucky to see any kind Of d moon any
way"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30

Anybody who thinks the ultimate con-
sumner never enjoys himself should see
the New Year eve parties for which
tables are reserved weeks in advance at
the New York restaurants.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30

Alimony demanded in the Brokaw di-
vorce case leaves it. matter of doubt
whether it is sentimental catastrophe
or d case of high finance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
A Gutter,

Old Santa Claus has given us
Some pleasurable thrills.
He prompts our generous instincts; but
He doesn't foot the bills.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30

Mr.. Watson. having been projected into
prominence. is now trotting out speci-
mems Of poetry that he can recommend
as absolutely kind and gentle.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30

Finding that the profits of the fountain
pen are denied him, Matt Henson is prob
ably getting something toward his living
by shoveling snow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
Pressed Glassware.

Thin-blown Table Tumblers dozen. .eoc aud IN
Pressed Glass Bonoon Dishes. each. lie and IN
Pressed Glass Cranberry Bowls, each. I0c and us
Pressed Glass Water Pitchers, each. :5c and IN
Plain Glass Decanters. each. ....... .35c and IN
Salt and Pepper Shakers. each. loo and up
Pressed Glass Vinegar Cruets. each. .l5c and up
Plain Wine Glasses, dozen. ........ CSC and up
Punch Bowls and Stands, each. =. 81 .95 and Nm
Also complete line of Colo
NAL patterns.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
The Marine CORPS.

from the New York Bsrald.
The Marine Corps wants new rifles. 1t
deserves them. Only keep the same men
behind them.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30

The University of Copenhagen has had
so much to try its patience that any ex-
plorer might be inclined to avoid SUBJ
hitting his proofs to it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30

Great opportunity is now afforded men,
bers of the house of lords to show their
practical efficiency as spellbinders.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
Dainty China.

Shown in large variety OF ar
tistic decorations in both spray
and border effects, gold traced
and gold stippled. Especially de-
SIGNED to aid in the completion
t.1 Na,,- Near'S Table Service.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30

Difficulty in meeting pure food stand
ards for various beverages revives respect
for Mr.. Fairbanks buttermilk cocktail.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30

1t is doubtful whether America will
ever again see as picturesque diplO-
matte figure as MIR. WI.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30

Zelaya says he is still president Cas-
tro probably thinks the same thing.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
Table Linens for New Years Day.

G
M Napkins regular and for dinners and
Also Nonhet
for re
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
Something Wrong.

From the Chicago Record Herald
King Menelik OF Abyssinia is staying
dead longer than usual this time1
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
Paper Laces,
D0ilies, Etc.

Square Paper Doilies, dozen. ........ .4c and I'm
Round Paper Doilies. dozen. ........ Sc and nm
Round Paper Finger Bowl Dolies. dozen,
Sc and up
Paper Sherbet Glass Doilies. dozen :. Sc and uu
Plain Paper Cases dozen. ........ loc and nm
Large Round Doiles for cakes, each. &c and nm
Oval Platter Doiies, dozen. ........ Toe and up
Paper Chop Holders, dozen. ..............5 SO
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30

1t is always easier to think up New
Year resolutions for the other fellow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
Chatting Dishes
And Accessories.

Full-size Chaing Dishes. ...............SJOO
Meteor" Coffee Percolstors. each 81. 80 and uu
Universal Coffee Percolators. each.
$500, $3.50 and up
Five O'Clock Tea Kettles OF copper brass
- ID
Chafing Dish Spoons aud Forks, with stag han
dies. Special value at .....-............Sl %
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
New Years Requisites.

m ENTION invited unusually choice and complete
1 Women's and Mems Dress Requirements for
o New Years Day. embracing everything that and
including elegant imported high novelties and the less
pretenos Fine Table Napery Rich Cut GLASS; Dainty
Electric Oil Lamps Candeabra Table
! Delicacies other accessories.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
Women's Dress Requirement
For New Years Day.

"A
New in and
O
sand Collage
HarO Ornament andGO
-OstnhF in all
etndevenn o
IaceD ny
10 ndoobu and
E4cnd from n
adn
black shades the toilet
caldes inseac al
and
beaded;
shalew atndapprp trimming
Also Houses ppersan Carriage
of Pamete Of
Fanc.t the
fo white embroidered
dintyla
Also Bus Suppote
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
Mems Full Dress and Tuxedo Suits.


NINI of detail assured
Tuxedo and Full Dress Suits, $3.50 and $500.
Tuxedo and Full Dress Vests, $3.50 to 5000.
Prince Albert Coats Vests S25OO and $4,000
Fancy Vests ST. so to $1,000
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1909-12-30
Mems Dress Requirements
For New Years Day.

Il c COMPLETE all the latest approved styles and
81 INN novelties including Fu-dess Suits Tuxedo Suits Opera
Nv Hats Vests Fu-dress Shirts Ful-dress Bows
Protectors Shields Collars and Cuffs Cuff
81 Links Shirt and other accessories.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1909-10-21
HoEING BETTER THAN FLOWING.
Chester Farmer Makes Interesting
Experiment With Corn.

Chester, Oct. 16.-Col. T. ]. Gun
ningham this year, at the request OF
the agricultural department at Wash
ington, conducted an experiment for
the purpose of ascertainfng the rela-
tive yield of corn when cultivated
with the plough and with the hoe.
He planted twenty rows Of corn, U.s.
ing the same methods In planting,
same fertilizer, etc., the only differ
ence being that on one lot he used
the plough in cultivating, while on
the other the hoe alone was used.
The same amount Of cultivation was
used on both.
The crop has been gathered, and
the advantage rests with the hoed
corn. From the ten rows that were
hoed 199 pounds of corn in the
shuck were gathered, while from the
corn that was ploughed the yield was
only 173 pounds, an advantage that
would amount to ~ bushels to the
acre.
The ploughed corn is part Of an
acre that Col. Cunningham is culti-
waiting according to the cooperative
demonstration method. 1t has been
carefully cultivated and Is going to
turn out a big yield.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1909-10-21
Want School Charter Annulled.

Rock Hill, Oct. 13.-Six petitions
eotaining over 900 names (552 with
in the limits of Rock Hill and the bal
ance in the other portion OF the
school district) have been placed in
the hands of State Senator Stewart,
who will present them at the next
session of the State legislature, ask
ing that body to abrogate the pres
ent charter of the Rock Hill school
distric, oust the entire school board
and place the election Of their sue
cessors in the hands Of the voters of
this district, and thus do away with
the present self-perpetuating body.
These petitions are the result OF a
meeting of citizens held here several
weeks ago, which was attended by
126 business men, who protested
against the toctics Of the "minori-
ty'' members of the board, who now
have the high school matter held up
and the board deadlocked by a re-
fusal to go into an election for a
successor to the late Capt. W. l..
Roddey.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1909-10-21

There are always a good many
people who keep the balance Of the
community busy wondering how
they live 80 we'll.
Don't croak. Leave that to frogs
in stagnant pools. A few croakers
though are necessary in every COM
munity to measure the rate of pro-
eress at which live men are advanc'
ing.
J. A. Byrd has a large stock OF
Douglas shoes for men and boys, fine
shoes for ladies, clothing for men and
boys, hats, etc., which he is selling at
close prices. He wants chance at
your trade.
When you want anylarticle OF mer-
chandise buy it of reputable home
dealer, that the profit may remain to
enrich the community. Send your
money abroad only for what you can
not purchase at home. Home talent,
home labor, home industry, home
capital, and home pleasures are
things to be fostered, encouraged and
patronized.
Too poor to take a home paper ?
Well, that is a distressful condition,
buy a hen, feed her crumbs and waste
from the kitchen and she will lay eggs
to pay for years subscription; then
work her up into pot pie and she will
pay first cost; so the paper will be
clear profit. Repeat this process year
after year, meanwhile learn wisdom
and cease to be poor.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1909-10-21

Here is the way the papers will
write up weddings ten years hence:
"The bride looked very well in a
travelling dress, but all eyes were
centered upon the groom. He wore
a dark suit that fitted his form per-
fectly and in his dainty gloved hands
he carried a small rose. His curly
hair was beautifully done, and a
delicate odor of hair oil OF the best
quality foated down the aisle as he
passed. The young people will miss
him now that he is married. He is
loved by all for his many accomplish
ments, his tender grace and his win
ming ways. The bride commands a
good salary as bookkeeper and the
groom will miss none of the luxuries
to which he has been accustomed. A
crowd of pretty men saw him off at
the depot"
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1909-10-21
Killed by Electric Car.

Greenville, Oct. 16.-John L. Fish
er, an employe of the American Spin
ming company, was instantly killed
and his body mangled this afternoon
about $50 o'clock by one Of the troll
ley cars Of the Greenville Traction
company. The accident occurred
near the school house at that mill
not far out of the city limits.
Fisher was about so years old and
is survived by a wife and a large
family.
When crossing the track the man
was struck by the car, which seem
ed to have come upon him unawares
The mans body was run over by the
trucks of the car and was carried
about 20 feet.
When found, the body was lying
across the track horribly mangled
and with several members severed
from the trunk and lying around in
different places near the place where
the body had been deposited by the
car. The stomach was cut open and
other portions of the body cut almost
beyond recognition.