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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
Swimming Lessons.

An admirable work is being done at the
Y. NJ. C. A. in this city in offering free
instruction in swimming to the boys OF
Washington. 1t is impossible to estimate
the value of these lessons in terms OF the
saving of human life. The annual toll
taken by the waters around every large
city is appallingly heavy. Every swim
ming lesson given tends to lower the
years death list, and in conducting its
free classes the Y. NJ. c. A. is literally
engaged in a life-saving enterprise on a
large scale.
Those who never go near the water will
never be drowned. That is fundamental,
automatic, self-evident proposition. Blu,
for one who on principle abstains
from water pleasures in order to be
sure of safety there are scores who
delight in boating. fishing and excursions
OF all kinds on lakes and rivers, ponds
and creeks Even those who are afraid
of the water are from time to time of
necessity drawn to it as a means of
transportation.
1t does not follow that if everybody
knew how TO swim there would be no
drowning. but it does follow that if every
child were taught 10 swim there would
be far fewer water casualties. No
amount of swimming school instruction
can prevent foolhardiness on the water.
The man who rocks the boat will still
play his pranks, the amateur sailor will
still try to navigate. the inexpert canoeist
vii! essay 10 paddle passenger, boys
will go rafting in deep streams and surf
bathers will not be cured of their tend
ency to go beyond the limits OF reason
and overtaX their strength. Water folly
cannot be cured in natatorium.
But water knowledge, the art of swim
ming, can be taught and go effectively
that those who are exposed to the dan
gers resulting from fooihardiness will
have greater chance of escape The
great majority of those who are drowned
are non-swimmers. 1t is this fact that
renders the instruction work now con-
Quoted by the y. NJ. c. A. of such value
60 the community. Every parent in
Washington should insist upon his child
being given the benefit Of these lessons
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
Farming Vacant Lots.
From the Philadelphia Inquirer.

From the Phlladeiphia inquirer.
A remarkable work is being done by
the Philadelphia Vacant Lots Association
in providing farms for persons who
wish to raise their own garden truck.
There are at present about $50 families
who are now raising vegetables on the
vacant lots in the city. They will supply
food to about 5000 persons. Enough
ground is available to provide for about
1000 families if the association had the
money to develop it. At present when
the cost of living is so great these little
plots solve the food problem for hum
dreds of families. The ground is plowed
and placed in shape for planting, they
are given such seed as may be necessary
and the only cost is one dollar for the
first year and for five succeeding years.
They are also given advice from time to
time by expert gardeners, SO that the
best possible yield is obtained from the
soil. Altogether the scheme is a most
interesting one and worth the attention
of persons philanthropically inclined.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
The President at Worcester.

At Worcester Mass, yesterday Mr..
Taft exhibited again the courage which
marked his course as presidential can
didate. He spoke out on subject which
some politicians regard as loaded, ana
to men supposed to be not in agreement
with him. He was rewarded again. as
two years ago, by good attention and fire.
quent applause. In the long run 1t pays
even the public servant or candidate to
be straightforward. For leader the
American people like man who amt
afeard.''
We all remember the attitude OF some
of Mr.. Taft's friends on the injunction
issue after the Chicago convention. They
wanted it treated gingerly. labor re-
volt was threatened. Decisions the candi-
date had rendered while on the bench
were in use by the democrats. and their
meaning and effect could not be denied
They feared the worst unless Mr.. Taft
was very guarded in what he said. Had
il been possible they would have pre-
ferred no reference by him to the mat
ter at all.
Mr.. Taft adopted the very opposite
course. He was neither ashamed nor
afraid of the record but willing to avow
and discuss it anywhere before anybody.
He took. the bull by the horns. He made
appointments to speak before audiences
composed of the very men he had been
warned against, and did speak to labor
ing men, organized and unorganized, by
the thousands, explaining but reaffirming
his labor decisions in every case. AS a
result he won the regard, and received
the support, of large part Of the labor
vote. Feeling that he had the right OF
the matter, MIR Taft declared himself
plainly and was rewarded for his courage
and character.
The sentiments uttered yesterday show
that Mr.. Taft is not an enemy but
friend of labor. He stands where a great
majority of the American people stand
with regard to what is called the labor
movement. He believes not only in the
right but in the wisdom of organization
by wage-earners for their own protection
and advancement. But he is as much
opposed to tyranny by organized labor
as by organized capital; as much op-
posed to the boycott as to the black list;
as much opposed to the sympathetic
strike as to the sympathetic lockout
Frankness and courage, this as
all public questions. are the need of the
day in our public men. Our business
interests and our governmental machin-
cry are, as the result of the national
growth, becoming very complicated, and
the shuff1er in Office is a menace.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
The "F1oover" Electric
Suction Sweeper.

M lB sast;an !sm sEsssi"s 4 fRd
w Hoover" is an electri-
cally operated machine,
which holds strictly to first prin-
ciples-the only correct princi-
plies of cleaning; gives to the
modern home the maximum OF
cleanliness and sanitary protec-
ton and to the modern housewife
the minimum of care, exertlon
and expense.
1t always has been and always
will be necessary to beat carpets,
shake rugs, sweep thoroughly and
then dust-and this is precisely
what the Hoover" does by cleo
tricity, in one single, easy opera
tion-the main feature of this
sweeper is the thoroughness Of
its work.
Housefurnishing Dept. Fifth door. Eleventh st..
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
Development of the Telegraph.

Prom the BaItlmOFe sun.
Last Friday was the sixty-fifth ami
versary of the Inauguration Of the COM
mercial telegraph in the United states.
The system had a very modest begin
ming: now it stretches over almost the
entire world. A girdle Of wire has been
placed around the earth; there Is speedy
and reliable communication between all
civilized countries on the globe. The
wireless system of biography has proved
a wonderful agency in charging the field
for electric communication. 1t has proved
of practical value to certain extent for
commercial uses. 1t has also demon
strated it's efficiency as life-saver. AL
together the development OF the tele-
graph, from the days Of Prof. Morse and
his primitive instruments to the present
day, has been marvellous and even magi-
cal
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
Repetition.

xSVpOtASAVA'
Oh. history swiftly ranges
Through the old familiar changes,
And we hear
The false. but cheerful story
OF the springtime and Its glory
Every year
The assuring word is spoken.
Winters backbone now il broken. "
Then we cheer.
But in April you discern us
Buying fuel for the furnace,
Every year.
Meath the azure sky capacious
Tiny buds, all too audacious,
Venture near
Then the robin carols sweetly.
Next the fruit crop fails completely.
Every year.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
Exceptional Sale of
WOmem'S Tailored Suits.

@ COLLECTION of fine suits to be sold greatly reduced
l4 prices-some nearly half what they tailored
NV retail for Every worthy of fullest confidence
the cloths the workmanship the Innings the styles
all the very best.
All direct from foremost tailor Invisible Striped
Serge with shawl collar of black MORE bengalne in
onebuon STYLE with fplaited skirts; also Homespuns and
Sharkkn Cloths in severely tailored models in black olive
reseda, tobacco brown and
Special price, $500 each.
Values up to S2@.5O.
Strictly Tailored Serge Goat Suits in semihing style with
fancy Innings and upaed skirts These the desirable
colors of navy black tan. reseda, gray and wstara
$3.50 each.
Suits in regular sizes also between sizes for the
that be fitted regular made of sungs and
homespun They perfectly tailored throughout and models
of tailored charm and eeganceplainy reserved All the
styles both skirts shown. and in black lg
and dark gray tobacco brown and Roman blue wstara and
reseda; sizes 80 to ~.
S25.OO each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04

thence. What does he think about this.
that and the other? And what part Will
he take in the campaign for control OF
the next House? Mr.. Bryan at home again
will mean Mr.. Bryan in harness again.
and that will mean agitation in both the
Bryan and the anti-Bryan camps.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
New Novels
Worth Reading.

| - ALEB TRENCH, by Mary
III Inlay Taylor. we'll
~ known Washington au-
thoress. A love story in
which is portrayed the conflict
between tradition and desire,
as exemplihed by north and
south. ......... .SI.I5
The original painting of the
trontlsplece may be seen in our
Tenth street window.
White Magic. by David Graham Phil
lips. An up-to-date love story of artists
and other people in Mr.. Phillips O.
oosl 'eih ....-...-... pi'iS
The Fatal Ruby, by Charles Garvice 4
romantic and alluring story of love, mys-
terry and tragedy by one of the -
best writer's OF the day. SI.IS
The Girl From His Town. by Marie Van
worst romantic love story of
Gloria. by ]. Frederic Turner. A new
story Of the Graustark order. in which
the flashes of love are mingled
with cracking shots and clash of -
The Fortune Hunter. by Louis ]. Vance
The story or Nathaniel Duncan, whose
plan. if followed out, will make -
any man independently wealthy. SI.IS
Murder Point. by c. w. Dawson. A
stirring tale of keewatin, lonely post
IN the Hudson bay territory, and
its perils and strife. A wonderful -
story Observation-Disclosures BLK
By Inheritance, by Octave Tbanet. A
daring story OF race conflict in
modern times. Observation-Disclosures l.lS
The Red House on Rowan Street, by
Roman Doubleday. A romantic love story,
in which the interest centers about most
unusual happenings in an ordinary
house. .......................... SI.IS
The House of Mystery, by Will Irwin
A romantic story Of city life, with
glimpses of the financial district,
as we'll as of several mediums. 80. Pills
The Personal Conduct of Belinda, by
Elinor Hoyt Brainard. charming love
story with a sea trip and a CONT
mental setting. OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES. SI.20
Main 6oor Tenth st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
Cats !!
From the New York Times.

From the New York Times
Mrs. Ballington Booth wants bells put
on the cats to warn the birds of their
approach It would be better to destroy
the homeless. useless cats and feed the
pet cats and the useful ones kept to scare
mice and rats. The jingling of cat bells
would add another deplorable nuisance to
cats are worth having about it is worth
while to keep them in a contented frame
of mind.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04

Mr.. Bryan. it is said. desires no pub
lie demonstration in his honor when he
lands in New York. which will probably
be in fortnight. His friends may re-
spect his wishes so far as great meet
ing is concerned. But the country will
know he has returned. The interviewers
by the hundreds await him with impa-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
Liberia.

From the Schenectady Union.
1t is highly improbable that there will
be any influential opposition in Congress
to the proposition to extend a helping
hand to the little republic which has in
reality come to US as a legacy Of our
old slave system
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04

Doubt has again arisen concerning the
whereabouts of DR.. Cook. The only
thing that seems entirely certain is that
he isn't at Mount Mckinley or the north
pole.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
A Worldly Impression.

What is the cause Of that prima dom
mas indignation?'
1.-The press agent" replied the impre-
sario. He said she sang like an angel.
She says that all the angels she ever
knew couldn't sing. They merely wrote
checks"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
$500 each.
Third door, G st.
fliQh=Class Silk Costumes.
Am Unusual Offering.

d<n SMALL number Of Imported Moiels and American
lk1l Adaptations of HighCass Imported Costumes will be
(A placed sale much less than regularly These
ceptionay fine dresses and fashioned of silks sans
the and approved
styles for
Calling, Dinners,
Theater and Receptions.
individuality assured there only model Of each
STYLE the needewor fine could desire The
trimmings elaborate and skirts made with without
train. They specially priced at from
$4,000 to S12SOO each.
Regular prices, $500 to S20O.00.
Also very effective and desirable showing of Dresses made
hmmerng changeabe silks all the handsome shades
that popular this They the latest Styles ncu
ing the new sunburst plated effect skirt -.
$1,000, $500, S35.0O and $4,000.
G
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
Respect Forfeited.

"Bliggins and his wife are going to have
trouble said Mrs. Bridgeton.
why he is absolutely devoted to her"
II know he is. But how can a woman
love a man who persistently trumps his
partners ace?'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04

Chicago beef magnates who express
sympathy with the ultimate consumer do
not allow sentiment to interfere with
business.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04

Military authorities in the Philippines
may regard Japan's declarations that 1t
has no warlike intentions whatever as a
sufficient reason for barring the study of
American Notifications.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04

New York's state government appears
to be in line for a liberal assortment Of
conscience fund contributions.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04

King Edwards disposition at present Is
said not to be of the best. He might fol-
low the lead Of less distinguished men of
leisure and try politics as q diversion.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04

OF course there will be people who,
finding the epithet ''czar' obsolete. will
refer to the rules committee as 1.-The
council OF ten"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04

Some of our prominent statesmen recog-
nize that Monday, following as it does a
day not usually productive of display
head sensations. is good day On which
to make special demand on news space.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04

When DR.. Wiley says 1t is a crime to
have a cold. he takes an extreme view.
But it must be admitted that cold gives
it's possessor more or less distinction as
an undesirable citizen.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04

Evidently Theodore Roosevelt thinks
that he can start arguments enough on
his own account without taking up those
of other people.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
Weather Prophets.

From the Cleveland Leader
a long. hot summer Is predicted by
Pennsylvania prophet. Another seer will
promise a short, cold one in day or two,
and then we can settle down to the
weather the Lord gives us.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
Fine Dress Waists
That Share Inn Popularity.

~ EAUTIFUL Chiffon Cloth Waists, in all the styles
INK and shades some made made over scoored net Others S Of
WIZ silk Each S6.z5 to S22.S
very stylish model is of accordion plated liberty silk
bands finished with and high collar
coors violet, leather black
Each $3.50
Over Bouse of chiffon cloths and among
newest importations They finished with braided
band long ends eng front decorated with chiffon
rose; half sleeves edged with chiffon patings.
Smart Tailored Waists many styles
silks checks stripes plain and the delightful
Gumpes of pn-tucked and white Each. So. Is
India Silk Slips white pink, blue and black Each So 900
Mercerized Muslin Slips dainty plain colors Each S17S
Plain Muslin Slips Each OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES. LOO
Third floor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
Imported Cork
Bath Mats

III ROM Scotland. Non-ab-
1N sorbent, do not chill; are
oINJ light and sanitary. Light
W. and dark conventional bor-
ders.
Fifth door, Eleventh Ut. II -
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04

It is confidently expected that London's
rubber boom will hurt somebody when
the recoil occurs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04

The south pole should be inviting to an
explorer as a field that is not overrun
with competition.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04

Judge Gaynor sticks close to his desk
without appearing to notice that he has
a presidential boom on hand.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
Intuitiye Mathematics.

why are you so sure there Is no such
thing as a fourth dimension?'
Because" replied the discouraged fat
man, IF there were I'd have It,"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
Willing to Be Homely.

Doesn't it make you angry to see the
terrible caricatures Of you that are pub
iished?"
mot at ALL" replied Senator Sorghum.
Il like to have that sort Of an impression
go abroad. 1t is an axiom that handsome
men are not likely to be successful in
practical affairs"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04

Om order to avoid delays on account
Of personal absence letters to T08
STAR should not b addressed TO any
individual connected with the oface, but
simply 70 THE STAR, or to the Editorial
or Business Department. according to
tenor Or purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
Trolley.

From the Baltimore American.
The trolley u the poor mans automo-
bile.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
The Eternal STRUGGLE.

Truth at the bottom of a well
Is oft securely hid,
While Error. wounded. gives yell
And sits upon the lid.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
Wire Flower Holders.

~ OMETHING that will be
VA needed during the spring
Nv Wire Flower Holders,
shown in various sizes to
fit within vases and bowls so ar
ranged as to hold flowers erect
or in any desired position; sew
eral heights.
25c and CSC each.
Fifth door, G st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
Fine Oriental and Domestic
Rugs at Reduced Prices.

CR extensive and stock of and mat
AN tngs nearing completion and need the
NY hence this exceptional opportunity is offered in fine
Most of the pieces are from stock, but some
purchased by representative unusually low prices
Highly desirable floor coveringseeced pieces beautiful
weave coorngs and condition.
partial list here mentioned will but idea of
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-04-04
Imported Decorated
China Cereal Sets.

- HESE are made OF i'm
4 ported ware and shown
W. in breakfast-table decora-
tons and a great number
of dainty border and spray
patterns, attractively gold traced.
Sets consist of one large dish, six
oatmeal saucers and sugar bowl
and cream pitcher.
$I.oo to $500 the set.
Fifth door, G st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-11-09
BY J. ED GRILLO.

Jack Flynn, the Pittsburg first base
man, arrived here this morning to finish
his law course at Georgetown College.
Flynn is much pleased with the effort
the Washington club is making to Sc
cure his release from Pittsburg, though
he is doubtful if it will be possible to
get him out of the National League even
if Pittsburg should decide not to play
him.
Nothing would suit me better than
to play here in Washington" said Flynn;
but, of course, I am no different from
other ball players and cannot pick the
club I would like to be with. 1 have
heard nothing from the Pittsburg club
regarding my future, but I hope that If
/ do not stay with Pittsburg that l will
be given a chance here. My health was
so poor last season that did not do my
self justice and yet think l held up my
end" =
Flynn was a member of the Toronto
team a few years ago when Eddie Ain
smith was given trial by that club but
failed to make good.
"Ainsmith was green youngster then
said Flynn, ''but he had the greatest arm
l ever saw. In practice the first day ne
Joined us he nearly tore all the infielders'
hands off with his throws He hardly
gave the batter chance to hit grounders
to us, but was constantly throwing the
ball to one of the bases We finally con-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-11-09
JACK FLYNN WOULD LIKE TO
PLAY FIRST FOR. NATIONALS
Pirates First Baseman Hopeful That
McAleer Will Secure His Release
Is Here to Graduate From
Georgetown Law School.

spired to keep the ball away from him
throws. 1t was evident then that he
! read the reports last year of his sue
prise me-
Flynn was one Of the few National
League players who picked the Athletics
to win the pennant. He did not like
the Cubs, notwithstanding the fact that
they won the National League pennant.
In speaking of reported changes to be
made on the Pittsburg team Flynn said:
There Is no doubt that we were very bad
last season. Everything went wrong and
but few OF us played ball up to our
standard, and this caused our undoing. I
have no doubt that they will all come
back to form next year If the team Is left
intact, but changes are sure to follow a
poor showing such as we made. We
started poorly because Hans Wagner did
not get into his stride until late in the
season, and our pitchers could not do con-
sistent work. The same team would do
much better next season, I am sure; but
believe that it is in the cards for the
New York Giants to win the pennant next
season. McGraw has a good team and Is
the everest handler of ball players In
either league, in my opinion. He directs
his team by using the sign language,
and it works to perfection. With the
Giants it is always the unexpected, ana
McGraw has lot Of players who under
stand his system of play"
Flynn expects to beN here about two
weeks, at the end OF which he will take
his examination at Georgetown.