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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
No Prize Fight Films Here.

Maj. Sylvester performs a valuable public
service in his issuance Of orders notifying
the proprietors OF motion picture shows in
this town that they will not be permitted
to display the films which reproduce the
prize fight at Reno. BY thus announcing
his intention to enforce the law against
demoraiizng exhibitions he gives the mo-
ton picture companies ample notice 50
that they will have no reason to complain
later IL they find themselves with q supply
of films which cannot be exhibited.
The chief complaint Of the public against
the Reno prize fight is that 1t was or
ganized largely for the purpose of produce
ing films for the motion picture industry
The immense sums of money paid to the
promoters OF the tight and the principals
for the motion picture privileges is q clear
proof that far greater sums are expected
In return from the millions OF people who
patronize the cheap entertainment places
1t is assumed that the shocking spectacle
of two men pummeling one another I'm the
presence of an immense audience viii be
spread before spectators OF all ages and
social conditions. The prize night, pro-
hibited by law in all the states Of the
Union. even including that In which il
was held. will be thus in effect fought I'm
every city and large town in the United
states by means of these Photographic re-
productions.
In Washington there u unfortunately no
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

For three years in succession WaShlnS-
ton has celebrated Independence day
without disaster and with great pleasure.
IL has demonstrated the possibility of
respectfully commemorating the begin
ming of national independence without
sacrificing human lives and limbs in the
process and leaving permanent scars. One
of the earliest of the cities to move in this
direction, Washington has been the most
successful in eliminating the maimings
and killings and burnings which former
ly caused the day to be a time of tor
ture and terror. Yesterday not single
accident of any degree occurred. The
streets were quiet. with scarcely an ex-
plosion to shock the ear Had 1t not been
for the outbreak of prize-hght partisan
ship at night, the hospitals would have
had an abnormally idle day.
One of the most satisfactory features
OF yesterdays program was the conduct
of local celebrations in different parts
of the District. The residents Of Bloom
ingdale, Petworth, Brookland, Friend
ship Heights. Congress Heights and
other places conducted highly creditable
exhibitions and competitions. to the great
pleasure of many thousands who would
otherwise have been unable to take per-
sonal part in the features of the occa-
sion. These local celebrations closely ap-
preached the old-time Independence day
opservances. There were athletic sports
and music, speeches and fireworks In
profusion. There was something for all
classes and all ages. The day was made
significant to the people.
With the experiences of these past
three years as guide and an encour-
sgement, Washington should next year
be able to conduct an Independence day
program of conspicuous merit and eff
fectiveness. There is opportunity here
for spectacular displays of a patriotic
nature of notable character. In one
of the larger parks of the city a pageant
could be conducted commemorative Of
historic events. Such a suggestion was
advanced some months ago. but, unfor-
tunately proved impracticable of execu-
ton this year. 1t is to be hoped
that another year some such spectacle
may be provided, to make the Washing
ton celebration stand forth conspicuously
before the country as a type of the true
manner of marking the national natal
day.
Immunity from disorder and disable
ment has been easily gained simply by
the enforcement Of the law prohibiting
the promiscuous sale Of fireworks. This
has always been possible provided public
opinion justified the restrictive action
of the authorities. Now that it has been
proved practicable to keep the city quiet
and to prevent the sale and use Of dan
Serous explosives, there is no reason
to look for return to the old customs.
Independence day has ceased to be
time of anxiety for the parents and has
become day OF real pleasure and re-
joicing.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

Nothing more supremacy foolish can be
conceived than an outcroppins OF race
prejudice on the score Of the Johnson
Jenries fight. Those who engaged in
riotous conduct should be punished more
severely in such circumstances than or
dinarily. No special blame is to be at
tached to either side in cases Of this
kind. We'll behaved citizens are in no
danger+if they mind their own business
and refrain from arguments and retorts
and blows.
Last night Washington was the scene
of a number of encounters between par
tisans of the bruisers who have just
fought at Reno There was some blood
letting, as knives were drawn In the
scrimmages. and / few curiosity seeker,
were hurt in the brushes. Fortunately
the police were able to handle these al
fairs in manner 20 prevent their deveI-
oping into serious disorders, and in all
likelihood the danger OF desperate race
encounters passed with the night.
Self-respecting colcred citizens will
doubtless recognize the unwisdoni Of re-
garding the victory Of Johnson at Reno
as comforting any honor upon their race.
They must realize that il is a discredit
rather than matter OF congratulation
that one of their number has proved
himself the greater brute in the profes-
sional prize ring. Their people are on
the upward plane of civilization, seeking
and attaining in commendabie measure
the advantages of education and indus
trial training. 1t should be huniliating
to them that the discredited profession
of pugilism today finds its most highly
developed exponent in one Of their num-
Der.
On the other hand, white partisanship
bespeaks jealousy of qualities which
are today under the ban of public dis
favor The spectacle of Jeffries succumb
Ing to the blows Of colored man might
rather be welcomed by those who would
see pugilism eliminated altogether from
the list Of our so-caIled sports.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
Champ Clark on the Tariff

Mr.. Champ Clark at Tammany Hall
yesterday sounded the keynote of the
campaign for control of the next House.
The tariff is the issue, and he promises
that a democratic majority shah mean a
bill reviving the Payne law down to a
revenue basis Then, if the Senate neg
lects or rejects the measure, an appeal
will be at once made to the country in
the presidential race.
This utterance is entitled to the highest
consideration, for two reasons:
% A democratic majority will mean
Mr. Clark for Speaker, and Mr.. Clark
as Speaker will have a good deal to say
about the performances of the House.
He will not be q mere presiding cficer.
but will name the committees. and see
to II that they represent in the majority
membership the democracy's militant
spirit toward the leading national issue.
Ways and means particularly will be
composed Of men after Mr.. Clark's own
heart as respects tariff taxation, and Mr..
Clark's heart on that and other subjects
is after Mr.. Ryan's heart.
CD When Mr.. Clark speaks of ''reve-
nue. basis he means just tnat. He con-
sideS protection an evil. He would II
he could cut it out at once as an evil.
Mr.. Vest never took more advanced
ground on that point than the representa-
tive from the ninth Missouri district now
takes. Free trade and sailors rights is
the slogan of men Of that school.
1t will not be possible. 1t is true, for
Mr.. Clark and his supporters to frame
a bill entirely to their liking. Protection
is so deeply rooted in our economic sys-
tenn it could not be cut out at once with
out an appalling disaster to business In
terests. Col Morrison, Mr.. Mills, Mr..
Springer and Mr. Wilson. each. in turn.
although hating protection. had to recog-
nize it in handling the question of tariff
revision. And so with Mr.. Underwood II
he leads the next House as Mr.. Clark 9
first lieutenant.
But Mr.. Clark and his friends will 20
as far as possible toward free trade, lay
ing the foundations for further action in
the same line if further success at the
polls should encourage them. What they
are asking now Is an opportunity to pre-
sent their views In concrete form In the
House, and poll the party there. man by
man, on the subject.
This speech Is overshadowed for the
moment by the doings Of that colossal az
gregation Of toughs at Reno. a little
later, however. it will receive the merited
attention, and as the campaigns proceed
become more and more the text for dis
cussion.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

law which regulates the attendance Of
children at places OF amusement. The
motion picture theaters. now numbering
over 100 in this District, derive a large
patronage from the little folks. Were it
not for the prohibition now imposed to
prevent the display of the fight films
these reproductions Of the man battle at
Reno would be spread before thousands
Of Juveniles, to their infinite harm. The
effect upon the adult mind Of such spec
tacles. too, could not be otherwise than
Injurious. II there is any irritation be-
tween races as result of this encounter
the endless repetition Of prize fight films
would accentuate il.
The chief of police couples with this
order q prohibition against the reproduc-
ton of scenes of criminal activity such as
train holdups and other forms Of lawless-
ness. He should be hearty and de-
terminedly supported by the authorities in
his effort to keep the motion picture thea
tiers OF this city clean and wholesome and
to prevent them from disseminating i'm
moral influences throughout the COM
munity.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
Envy.

De honey bee dom have to wait
Fob sugar FUN de shelf.
He roam aroun' rum morn till late
An simply help hisself.
De lightnin' bug dom need to trade
Fob oil to make a light.
He hab his lantern ready-made
When he goes, out at night.
De caterpillar needn' tote
No shabby clothes aroun'.
He hab q fur-trimmed overcoat
Dat hts him TO de ground.
De OIL mosquito WASH born
To labor or to fight.
He carries his own dinner horn
To At his appetite.
1 hates to see dem critters shirk,
Alvin by DER wits.
When We all human folks mus work
Fob everything we gifts.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

spectacle Of fortune winning through
sheer muscular development will be lin
tied by the legal restrictions that pub
lie sentiment has imposed upon this
brutal game, now virtually prohibited In
every American commonwealth.
The hSht itself was witnessed by over
5000 people. and despite the sweep Of
condemnatory public opinion throughout
the country was q matter Of interest to
millions. The immense throngs gathered
about the places OF announcement In all
the cities should not be mistaken as evil
dences of q popular desire to see prize
fighting perpetuated. Doubtless the ma
jority Of those who waited for the bull
letins from Reno realized that the game
age is an indictment against modern
civilization. The laws that have shut
the doors of all the states. now including
against the professional bruisers rep
resent a real substantial sentiment which
must be regarded as a permanent change
Of view from the sympathy which for
merly prevailed for pugilism as man.
ly art
1t is proclaimed with some degree Of
pride that this fight was square. That
is to say, that it was won by the fittest
man, and that the result was not prear-
ranged Suspicious were rife before
the fight that it was fixed" So many
of these affairs have in the past been
manipulated for gambling purposes that
there was every reason to suspect this
one with a purse so large that the
loser could easily be solaced for con-
senting to be defeated. Not even ac-
quitta on this charge will rehabilitate
prize fighting as result of this one
fight The public has denounced pugil-
ism, not because it was crooked, but be-
cause 1t was brutal, because it invoked
the lowest passions of humanity. because
it appealed to the primordial love Of blood
letting, because it was demorali1ing
spectacle No sympathy for the men
who consented to offer their bodies to the
blows of opponents has ever affected the
popular point of view
This country has always condemned
bull lighting and chicken fighting as cruel
sports. 1t has. meanwhile, tolerated
man fighting, with all its scandals and
shameful spectacles. 1t has now wit
messed an encounter which should prove
to be the last count in the indictment
against our self-assumed superiority over
other peoples. When We have put the
professional pugilist permanently out of
business We will be in a position to set
ourselves UP as CRITICS and censors OF
those who derive pleasure from the mall
treatment of the lower orders of creation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

Two men met yesterday at Reno. New.
in what. it is hoped. will be the last
professional prize fight in this country.
They we're drawn into the ring by the
lure Of one of the largest purses ever
offered in the history OF pugiIism. for,
tune in prizes from the promoters of the
fight. from the motion picture Interests
and from the vaudeville managers. Ac-
cording to conservative estimates. the
winner OF yesterdays mill reaps a har-
vest OF close upon 100000 by less than
two hours of punching and pounding
Reckoning his real work as covering
three months of training. and. perhaps
as long q period of exhibition. this il
a richer reward than is gained by even
the great masters Of finance engaged In
constructive works of organization. For
tunately. the bsleful influence Of this
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
The Prize Fight.
ON the Philadelphia Ledger


Whether or not boxing deserves to
be cIassed among manly sports there
can be no two opinions Of the utter bru-
tally OF such contest of animal force
as this affair at Reno, or Of the demora-
LIKING influence Of the gambling instincts
which IT promotes. The men themselves,
who probably are not without manhood,
are respectable In comparison with the
business that it built around them. The
whole affair has been so unspeakably low
and common that II Is hard to speak Of 1t
with ordinary patience. The one comfort
ing feature Is In the disgust that 1t has
created and the opposition 1t has aroused,
until the fighters and their hackers were
driven to a raw frontier town as the only
place where public opinion would permit
the performance TO go on. There Is rea-
son in this to hope that the exhibition at
Reno will be the last OF it's kind, and that
the revolving idea of q white man and q
negro pummeling one another for the
entertainment Of a continent will so I'M
press the public consciousness that not
even In the widest community will such
q thing be possible again.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
From the New York Sun.

BY the enforcement of the ordinances
and regulations imposed by the authori-
ties against the sale OF fireworks at re-
tail the city had q day OF comparative
quiet and peace for the Fourth Of July
and was not Rept in q ferment OF I'M
necessary noise during the week pre-
ceding the holiday. Nerves and health
were protected, and doubtless many
youngsters who might have been glori-
ously and patriotically mutilated have
other gain to be put down to the
credit OF the safe and sane Fourth its
vindication would be clear from these
facts.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
A New Humiliation.

did you have any trouble with the
customs people when you came homer
YES" replied Mrs. Cumrox. That
horrid appraising person insinuated that
some Of the things We brought over
weren't worth as much as We paid for
them"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

From the Chicago Record Herald.
Few hotel patrons care what ructions
there may be In the kitchen, provided
only that dinner comes along IN GOOD
shane. Similarly. few patrons OF the
drama follow very closely the squabbles
among the leading theatrical producers
provided suitable entertainment be forth
coming II 1t can be shown, however.
that the general public next season is
likely to have a better and more varied
bill OF fare then interest In the way the
Improvement comes about ought not to
fail.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
Read His Mind.

"What are you filming me for:' asked
the unlucky ball player Il never said
word
That's all right" replied the umpire.
I'm q telepathist.'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
Egotism.

why do you carry lantern in your
quest of that rare specimen, an honest
man."
Merely to be original" replied Di-
ogenes. Ordinarily a man engaged in
such a search thinks all he needs is
looking glass;"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
Snerwood's Metal Frame
Window Screens.

In buying a Ready-made Screen it pays
to purchase a good one-one that will
last several seasons. that will not warp
or shrink. and that works easily and
smoothly in all kinds of weather. In the
Sherwood you have such screen, The
frame is constructed of black japanned
pressed steel and filled with good quality
wire cloth. They may be placed on the
outside as a permanent screen or under
the sash in the usual way.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
COMPARISONS.

This world is like FAN orange round
They told us in our lessons past.
We wish with feelings most profound
That it were like a snow ball vast.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

Advocates Of suffrage for women init
mate that the campaign will be visor-
ously resumed in the fall. Vacationists
Will appreciate this courteous forbear-
ance-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

Evidently Americas most distinguished
citizen is on as friendly terms with the
President Of the United States as he was
with the crowned heads Of Europe.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
Glass Lemon
Juice ExtractOrs.
sc each, up.
Glassware.

A large and complete assert
ment of Glassware. including the
plain and highly desirable "Old
Colonial" pattern, which, while
inexpensive, is of such excellent
quality and finish as to be worthy
of a place in the finest service.
Old Colonial Table Tumblers. dozen OOc uD
Old Colonial Pitchers. each. soc up
Old Colonial Berry Bowls. each. sc up
Old Colonial Coasters. dozen. ..... SIPS up
Old Colonial Fruit Dishes. each.... 25C up
Old Colonial Sherbet Glasses. dozen. sc up
Old Colonial Strip Jugs, each. ... 6oc up
p. Old Colonial Cream Pitchers. each. IOC ul
Old Colonial Bonbou Dishes. each. I2c up
OLD Colonial Footed COMFORTS, each. 75c up
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

His Marian investigations enable Prof.
Lowell to come forward every now ana
then and hold a canal celebration on his
own account.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

Ii is as much an impossibility to pro-
vide A census that will satisfy all COM
munities as it is to produce a universal
~ approved tariff.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

Democratic rainbow chasers'' are &C.
casionalIy irritated by Mr.. Bryan's as
SYMPTOMS OF personal proprietorship Of
the rainbow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

Nicaraguan revolutionists, having cap
tured a customs house, are now CONFRONT
ed with the dissensions which attend the
selection of a collector of the port.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

Drowning tragedies often bring up the
theory that it is wiser not to learn 10
swim. The mistaken idea that ignorance
Is bliss will never be entirely lacking in
support.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

A Massachusetts, hen has twice changed
her plumase from black to white. The
distinctions 'twixt blonde and brunette
have ever been more or less mysterious.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

The man who used TO attract notice by
fasting forty days has been eclipsed by
the statesman after a sixty-day silence
record.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

Among the towns that take on political
importance in summer DanVille, Ill.,
should not be overlooked.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

Count Zeppelin is as persistently plucky
in his airship ambitions as Sir Thomas
Upton used to be with his yachting chal-
lenges
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
Ready=made
Screen Doors.

Stock Screen Doors. made OF hardwood.
in natural color and finished with three
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Complete with all necessary fixtures.
foot sizes.
SIPS, $50 and $3.50 each.
3.4x7.3-ft., $500 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

When the summer tourist rush is on
the traveller who gets even an upper
berth is expected to be thankful
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
si&6Ag, W000war0 & Iotbrop s&46i
New York
Brilliant Gut GLASS
For Wedding Gifts.

~ HE completeness of showing of Cut Glass
at all times its quality permitted
~ from the high standard accustomed to expect
here.
Especial directed Glassware grouped sep
arately, among which will be found large
pieces, representing unusual values
S2.7S, S3.95 and $500 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PH1LANpER JOHNSON.
Uses Of Adversity.

Fortunately, seasickness never hurts
anybody
ION the contrary" replied Miss Cay
enne. lit has probably saved lives. A
young man who Is seasick can't rock the
boat.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

July predictions indicate that whatever
faults the weather bureau may possess. 1t
is not swayed by popular clamof.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
Turned Turtle.

From the Rochester Post Express.
Our idea Of q phrase overworked is
turned turtle" In reference to auto
mobile and aircraft accidents.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05

After a prize fight the interesting ques-
ton arises as to how the principals Will
invest their money.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
Iced Tea or
Lemonade GLASSES.

Shown i'll large variety.
Plain, colonial and etched pat
terms.
65c the dozen, up.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
Summer Needs and HELPS
ON the Fifth Floor.
Table Tumbler

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Special.
0-oz. Pressed Glass Table
Tumblers, in four shapes and
designs; smooth bottom; good
quality glass.
$50 the dozen.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
Moth Preyemtives and
Wayne Cedared Paper WardrObes

~ NEMIES of the moth of efhciency-reasonably
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each upward Sulphur Candies SC and loc
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Manahans Tarine .E
japanese Camph
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
"Vudor" Porch Shades.

'Vudor'' Porch Shades-the most prac-
teal OF all porch shades made. They
throw the porch into soft, mellow shad-
ow, admitting the free circulation OF air,
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They are strong and durable, very light
in weight and work easily. Finished in
a soft shade OF dark green that is
weatherproof and that will not fade.
Complete ready to hang.
4x7.8-ft., $2.25 each.
6x7.8-ft., $500 each.
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Iox7.8-ft., $3.50 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
Down Comforts
Remade and Recovered.

Flo7TS1 taking orders for Remakng Recover
II III II ing Down Comforts. This done bv special
WV machinery, and is thoroughly sanitary every
spect. Comforts recovered with silk satin sateer
Stored free of charge during the months
Price, 5000 each, ND.
Fomthdo G.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-07-05
Iced Tea or
| Lemonade Pitchers

A variety of shapes and sizes
shown in both glass and china.
25c each, up