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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
Vanishing Play Spaces.
From the Chicago News.

As vacant lots become scarce through
out vast districts of the city the need for
small parks and Fairgrounds grows more
pressing. The disappearance of a play
ground in Polk street near Halsted street
serves to emphasize the necessity for ac-
ton to insure the retention of open
spaces for the children William Kent
long has been the owner of this piece of
vacant land. In 1893 Miss Jane Adams
of Hull House secured his permission for
its utilization as a playground until it
should be sold. Part of 1t was sold a
few years ago. At that time Mr.. Kent
offered to sell the rest of it to the city
for considerably less than the value that
might be placed upon it by impartial ap-
praisement. The city did not have the
money. Control of the playground was
taken over by the special park commits
sion. however. SO that for several years it
has been under the management OF the
city. Now the land has been sold and its
use for playground purposes must be
given up. 1t is short-sighted policy for the
city to allow all the vacant spaces in its
crowded districts to be utilized for build
ing purposes. Tracts here and there
should be purchased for Fairgrounds
while they can be had at moderate prices.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05

dar will be a radical departure by formal
vote of Congress from the ceremonial
character of the Inauguration. The in
duction of the President into office must
be reduced to elementary simplicity. an
indoor function witnessed by a few score
of favored beholders. with no spectacle in
which the people can participate in the
least degree.
If left to a vote Of the American citizens
such a proposition would undoubtedly be
negatived by an overwhelming majority.
The people have no desire for the Undue
ton of the President into Office behind
closed doors. They do not demur to the
ceremony of the Inauguration. They de-
mand 1t as BETTING the Office and they
wish to be given an opportunity 10 par
ticipate in 1t and to behold it.
When this resolution comes before the
House again il should be debated on a
high plane without cheap criticism OF
the District based upon insufficient knowi-
edge of the facts and inspired by preju-
dice. This is no local affair. The citizens
of Washington have carried the burdens
of the Inauguration for years at heavy
cost in time, labor and money, by no
means compensated for their outlay by
the expenditures of the crowd in this city
during the few hours covered by the cere-
monies. They would be glad to be re-
lieved of the responsibility. They petition
along with the people of all other parts
of the country for q change in the caien-
dar which will permit the induction of the
President into Office without exposing a
great multitude to danger of death.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
The Sympathy Strike.

From the Philadelphia Press.
The sympathy strike is the most in
de1ensibie weapon that men can en-
ploy. 1t is particularly vicious i'm thai
1t hurts and is intended to hurt, I'M
OFFENDING third parties who have no part
nor interest in the original quarrel II
cannot be justified, and when men re-
sort to II they place themselves so thor
ouehly in the wrong that they cannot
make their cause approved, even In their
own eyes.
When body of men go on an original
strike 1T is generally because they be-
lieve that their contract with their en-
ployers. express or implied, has not been
lived up to. This is generally the basis
on which they receive the sympathy of
the public. But men who go out on a
sympathy strike simply violate their con-
tract without any pretense that it has
been broken. They show an utter disre-
gard of the obligation of a contract
They violate their engagement and
strike without cause because another set
of men are striking with cause.
This does not commend itself to HUI
man reason or to the ordinary sense OF
justice Public sympathy is withheld
from strikers in such a cause. The men
realize this themselves and are unable
to hold out like strikers with q real
grievance. For this reason the sympa-
thy strike has always been a failure and
must he failure. 1t cannot command
success, for it does not deserve 1t.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
The Inauguration Change.

In the form in which IL was unanimously
adopted by the House committee on the
judiciary the Henry resolution, providing
for the change of Inauguration date to
the last Thursday In April meets all the
practical objections that have been raised
against this proposed legislation. Those
criticisms which were aimed against II
when II was in the House recently. on the
occasion Of its recommital. have been met
by rendering the whole amendment con-
sistent and adding a clause providing for
the filing OF the presidential and vice
presidential offices by Congress In case Of
the death or disability OF the persons
elected to those Offices between the cleo
ton and the Inauguration. In this re-
spect the proposed change is an improve
ment upon the fundamental law as 1t now
Inauguration date.
Public sentiment unquestionably favors
the change OF date. Sneers at the city OF
Washington as the only place where the
change to the last Thursday in April is
desired do not represent the opinion of
the people. Survivors of many bleak In
augurations are found throughout the
country who are urgent advocates OF this
reform. Common sense dictates 1t. A
patriotic consideration for the lives of
public officers requires it.
IL the inaugural ceremonies are TO be
continued on a large scale, with features
that will attract and appeal 10 and Inspire
large numbers of people. the preservation
OF the March date will be wanton cruelty
The only possible justification Of the re-
fm16on % March 4 In the national cslenr
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
Congress and the Country.

Col Gordon frankly confessed in an IN
formal address last evening that he had
found the Senate a very different body
from the one of popular conception in
Mississippi Bloated bondholders had not
appeared in the flesh to him, but indus
trious and capable men of the hlghest
character and purpose legislating for the
country's welfare.
Other senators have been similarly in
structed. In many states the Senate mas
for so long been held UP to obloquy that
the truth about the body when 1t reaches
a misirformed man strikes him with
great force. When the 1nillionaires' club
vanishes for want of millionaires, and
gilded loafers give place to industrious
officials busy with the public interests, the
new member rubS his eyes and for mo-
ment innocently wonders where he Is at
But the Senate has by no means
monopolized detraction. The House has
had a liberal share. A favorite theme Of
INSCRIPTIONS windbags has been to rep
resent Congress in its entirety as body
surrounded by bad influences, and peril
Gus TO all men but those of the stoutest
hearts and steadiest aims. The member
either comes with a trust tag attached, or
has one thrust at him soon after arriving.
If he is honest to begin with he has 10
fight to remain so. Temptation and graft
in all around he sees. And SO forth.
The busiest and most impudent pur-
veyors of this muck have been men seek
ing congressional commissions. They
have advertised themselves not only as
strong enough to resist the evil. but brave
enough to expose it in all Of Its enor-
nifty and thus end it. Send me to Wash
ington.' so the appeal has run, land I'll
show 'em up The trusts can't buy me.
The cavaliers who give only few hours
day to the public business can't de-
moralze me. I'll demand earlier sessions
and plenty of work, and shame 'em into
earning their salt
Thus has Congress been aspersed in
every state of the Union. Demagogues
have succeeded demagogues in playing
the game for their own benefit. The So
called reformer and self-praised purifier
has appeared on the scene. armed cap-a-
pie and gone down, either under ex-
posture OF his own unworthiness, or under
the force of fuller knowledge at home
about Congress and its methods
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
Snow Slides.

Peculiar weather conditions on the Pa
cihc slope are causing a series of disas-
tiers OF appalling fatality. Four great
snow slides have occurred within the
past week at as many different points
causing the death of possibly $50 people
in all. The little towns of Mace and
Burke, Idaho. small mining settlements
citngtng to the face of the hills pene-
uated by the shafts Of the metal seek
ers, were first buried under ayaIanches
which exacted toll OF probably fifty
lives Before the full story of these dis
asters had been told came the news of
the burial of a train at Wellington
Wash, the snow rushing down the noun
tain side and overwhelming the coaches
with over eighty passengers Rescue
work has been since prosecuted vigor-
ously in the hope of saving the lives of
some Of the victims. While this disaster
awaits exact definition in terms of the
total loss, word comes from British Co.
lumbia of the most serious of the snow
slides. upwards of 100 lives being lost In
the burial Of two snow pillow trains near
Glacier, b. c. A small slide occurred
last evening and two rotary plows were
dispatched to clear the tracks While
they were at work a second avalanche
engulfed the crews OF both trains.
The snow menace in the western coun-
try is beyond the comprehension OF those
who have not travelled through that part
or the country. The hillsides contain
enormous masses of snow which begin to
fail with the first thaws. Many of the
towns and hamlets are built on the sides
OF the hills, directly in the path OF the
avalanche Nothing can stop these slides
when they are once started. They sweep
everything from their path. The repe-
tition of the slides indicates that a sud-
den thaw must have set in throughout
this region. weakening the supports Of
the snow bodies. which usually melt grad
ually enough to permit their dispersal
without disaster.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
Cannon and Clark.

Strange notions are abroad about the
House and the conduct of business in that
chamber. The subject occupies a good
deal OF attention, and some of the COM
ment Is refreshing as entertainment.
For a long time Mr.. Cannon had a mo-
nopoly of the spotlight. All eyes were
fixed on him He was represented as at
once tyrant and INSTRUCTOR. He insisted
on dominating everything. He issued or
ders. and members ran to obey. He
pointed upward with his thumb. and a bill
was passed He pointed downward and
hill was killed Knowing the fun OPP
portunities of his place. he used II for all
It was worth for his side
In way. the Speaker now has a rival
The minority leader Is under discussion
There are persons dissatisfied with Mr.
Clark. He is accused of lacking ginger.
He Is not improving his opportunities. He
fs not driving hard enough He Is as
much too conservative as Mr. Cannon is
too radical. And he Is reminded that the
one victory over the republican organiza-
ton. by union of the democrats with
the insurgents. was achieved during his
absence. Mr.. Underwood being In charge.
MT Clark is now under the strong glass
because OF the talk of democratic House
and the certainty of his election to the.
speakership in the event that the partv
hope Is realized. What manner Of man is
ne? What is his power? What about the
gavel In his hands? What about the
House control and the probability OF good
campaign material for the presidential
contest:
Ii MI. Clark as minority leader does not
appear to be driving hard it may be be-
cause he knows the minority. A chain is
no stronger than its weakest link. A
minority is to be tested by its most OBJ
stinate members. There are some MEM
bers OF the House minority not easily
driven They showed their spirit in the
hight over the rules. and again In the re-
vision Of the tariff. Why stir up these
men TO fresh exercise of their heelsp
MI Clark knows his team, and is right in
not calling on 1t unless the heads Of both
the leaders and the wheelers are pointing
In the same direction.
In the chair, If Mr. Clark reaches that
erninence. he may be expected to use all
the resources of the place for the benef,t
OF MS party. He is a good party man.
and VIII want TO aid in the effort to elect
a democrat to the presidency. His power
then VIII be far greater than it now is to
bring his followers to the scratch. The
title OF car will not alright him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
Next Year in Mississippi.

The new senator from Mississippi will
serve under his present commission until
March 3, 1913. but next year primary
will decide the question of his successor.
Presumably he will stand for full term.
In that event he will have for an oppo-
nent the man he has just defeated be-
fore the legislature. Mr.. Vardaman has
announced that he will be In the race,
and that means a canvass of the state
county by county.
VIII the people reverse the judgment
Of the legislature? The country at large
has approved 1t. From every section have
issued congratulations on the choice of
Mr. Percy, who Is hailed as a man equal
TO the office and of conservative views.
He Is appraised by one speech-the one
he made when he entered the senatorial
contest. That showed him to be a man
of courage and dignity. above demagog-
ical appeals for political honors.
But before he takes the stump next
year Mr. Percy will have opportunity in
the Senate to add to the good impression
he made by his speech defining his views
In opposition to Mr.. Vardaman The
greater part OF the present session re-
mains, and there will be three months
OF Ill6 cCSblOi, THO lOplCS Inal
Will be presented for discussion will af-
ford the new senator texts for deliver
ances on the leading issues before the
country. The old fashion OF silence for
a new senator has been discarded, and
the man with a message is expected to
deliver II as soon as he pleases.
In the main the issue In Mississippi
next year win be the one recently pre-
scented at Jackson. Shall the progressives
or the reactionaries rule the state? Do
the Vardamans or the Percys express
the aspirations and purposes of the peo-
pie or the commonwealth? The country
is moving forward, and 1t Is for Missis-
sippi to choose her company.
Stamping Is a sort OF rough-and-tumble
game. Some men manage 10 give it an
intellectual aspect but many yery 0rdi-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05

nary, and some very unworthy. men ex-
eel at IL. Votes are often made by a
mere howl at the crossroads The loud
est and most aggressive bowler. pouring
out food of platitudes, catches the
crowd.
Mr. Vardaman is accredited with some
ability as a stumper. He pressed John
Sharp Williams hard in their race for the
Senate He dresses the part so as to
make the natty man Of fashion a draw
ing card for wild and woolly sentiments
After a fierce denunciation of the amend
ed Constitution. he wipes his mouth with
scented handkerchief and beams upon
his audience. Mr.. Percy, it is agreed,
will have to work hard for reelection.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
The Sure SIGN.

They can't fool me- said Jabez Jone
About their signs of spring;
There is deception in the tones
OF robins caroling.
But there's an indication plain
That shows where winter stops.
| saw it through my window pane
The boys are spinning tops.
Though oftentimes his careless glee
Our dignity may shake,
A boy was never known to be
downright nature-fake.
And SO I'm sure that spring is near;
The misty curtain drops,
And shows a sky serenely clear
The boys are spinning tops.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
Easter Novelties, Cards
and Booklets.

eMA OW showing a complete
THAI line of beautiful and
uN unique novelties in table
appointments, favors
and room decorations appropriate
for the observance of Easter. In
cluded are Chickens, Real Ducks,
Decorated Egg-shaped Boxes,
Baskets, containing Japanese
Dolls; Fancy Baskets, etc.
Also a large variety Of Crepe
Paper, in all the favorite color
ings, suitable for decorative pur-
poses.
Also a very extensive collee-
ton of Easter Cards and Book
lets, in large assortment of new
designs and dainty colorings.
Main aoor. Eleventh and g sts.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
The Cup of Destiny.

&n UNIQUE fortune-telling
IMl device in the form of a
Nv cup and saucer. The out
side is symbolic of witch
ery-decorated with the old witch
on the broom. The inside is deco
rated with various signs of des-
tiny-Arrow and Heart, Linked
Hearts, Apple, Book, Crown, Dia-
mond Ring, Dagger, Skull and
Crossbones, Wine Cup and
Wreath. The tea is supposed to be
poured into the cup unstrained,
then drunk, and by the signs
upon which the leaves stick is
your destiny indicated. Very
amusing and entertaining, and an
odd and unusual gift to give.
ST. 90 each.
Fifth dooF. q ut.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
Chairman Mack.

In Chairman Macks opinion il is all
over but the shouting, and by virtue OF
his Office he begins the shouting. Mr..
Mack is a seasoned New York politician.
He understands the art and appreciates
the value, of making p front" 1t is
eight months until election day. If pre-
dictions made now are fulfilled then. the
Projectors may be able to claim that the
timely expression of their confidence in
fiuenced the situation. If they fail, why
10 err is political. to forget-well, human,
at least
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
uo-Carts and Baby
Carriages.

THH7 E have pleasure in
NIVIl announcing that our
WV spring Of 1910 Eng
lish Perambulators
Collapsible and Upright Baby
Carriages and Go-Carts are now
ready for your inspection.
This new stock shows the
rapid and continued progress
that has been made in this line.
1t is the most varied and extern
sive. selection we have ever as
sembled. besides being the high
est in character.
We mention the following
items merely to give an idea OF
the quality and prices of our
travelling equipments for infants.
There are scores of other STYLES
and designs equally attractive
and desirable.
Three-quarter-size English Perambua-
TORS IN oak. maroon and green
$500 each.
sorted coIors. -
$500, $3.50, $1,000, sse.5o
and $500 each.
Twin Go-Carts. two ADJUSTMENTS. light
nnisn' patent anti-friction wheels.
$500 each.
Pullman Sleepers. hood tops, oak finish.
$4,000 each.
aI Pullman sleepers. medium size. oak
$3.50, s22.so and $500 each
,o English Hood Carriages. lined with
loose corduroy cushions
$22.5o each.
Baby Carriages. with movable corduroy
cushions and green lined parasoIs
$3.50 and $3.50 each.
English Hood Go-Carts. oak finish. pat
ent anti-friction wheels.
$1,000 and S22. each.
English Hood Carriages with rarie
cloth or corduroy cushions.
$500 and $500 each.
English Hood Go-Carts. green enameled
body.
$1,000 and $1,000 each.
English Hood Go-Carts, tan and maroon
body. oo-i
SI4.oo and $500 each.
English Hood Reed Body Go-Carts. oak
finish, green leatnerette hoods.
SI2.oo, $500 and $3.50 each.
Coilapsible Hood Go-Carts. eouinnad
with the latest folding device.
1896, $500, $500 and SOS each.
Small Folding Go-Carts, with rubber
tired wheels and foot rest
Special price, SI.o5 each.
Sixth door, G ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
A CHEEKY Nature.

The Mohammedan bandit looked up and
beheld caravan approaching
'Ha.' he cried, 1.-THE gentle spring is
here!'
How do you know?" inquired his
trusted lieutenant
II see the first robbin',"
Then he chuckled within his beard,
murmuring, And yet they say 1 have
not gentle, fun-loving disposition"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
New Cotton Dress Goods.

xo are now showing large and attractive assortment
MINI of Imported Madrases, Gnghams and Meroerized
Nlk\l Popns all the and staple stripes and color
NV ingsideal fabrics women and chldrens dresses,
suits, etc.
David and John Andersons Ginghams and soc yard
VIM Andersons Ginghams, 29c yard.
Imported Scotch Ginghan1s, yard.
Silk Stripe Poplin, 800 yard.
Mercerized Popin 25c yard.
Mercerized Poplin, $50 yard:
Muir Howard Imported Shifting, soc yard
Imported kindergarten Cloth, 25c yard.
Congo Cloth 25c yard
Durbar Cloth, 2oc yard.
Hinnalaya Cloth 2oc yard
Polarized Rajah Cloth, 2oc yard
Shantung Linen, 75c yard
French Linen Suting, Csc yard
a6-inch Imported Linen, $50 yard
27-inch Imported Linen, 25c yard
s6-inch Imported Linen Crash, $50 yard.
s7-inch Linen Stripe Suiting, 1oc yard.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
Retrenchment.

What are we going to do about this
high cost of living problemo" asked one
citizen.
L don't know" replied the other, 'un-
less we compel 'em to cut down the
prices of automobiles and grand opera
tickets"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
Have Learned Obedience.
. Raltimore American

From The Baltimore AMERICAN.
Again the police report states the sig
nificant fact that the majority Of law
breakers are single men. AS far as
steadying a man by it's responsibilities,
marriage seems from this conclusive evil
dence to be anything but failure.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
Linear Observations

Il have a long line of ancestors" said
the noble sutton.
Yes replied Mr.. Cumrox. looking at
him over the tops of his glasses I've
been reading about their doings in war
and statecraft. It's a long line. all
right, but it's also a rather crooked line. .
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
A Monaghan Future.

What stolid, impenetrable face a
Chinaman has,"
Yes" replied Col. Stillwell. "One of
these days the Chinese will learn to play
poker and then people of other nations
will change their ideas about them"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
An Unscientific Opinion.

And If the comet hits the earth,
Twill feebly turn in mute disgust,
Wen wager all that we are worth
1t couldn't even bust a trust.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05

Ex-senator Gordon says that when he
gets home he is going to explain to the
people that United States senators are
strictly all right. There is nothing like a
little personal acquaintance to remove
prejudices.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
Dyeing and Cleaning.

Q $ y; :; &: 8; s.; ;'; Ell; Ell:
Island Dyeing and
Cleaning Establishment, con-
Quoted by Barrett, Nephews &
Co. They have unequaled facili-
ties for doing such work in the
best possible manner, and we are
prepared to take orders for the
dyeing and cleaning of Gloves,
Clothing, Silks, Satins, Draperies.
Curtains, Carpets, Rugs and fur
nishings of all kinds. Prices are
moderate
Main door. st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05
Of-Year Weather.

From the New York World.
Inauguration day weather such as yes
terday indicates what might be IL it
came in other than off years. The OBJ
jections to the early date still hold. not
withstanding.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05

1t is a question whether an aeroplane
can carry enough scientific instruments
and writing materials to enable an ex-
plorer to prove that he has reached the
top of Mount Mckinley.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05

1t is not considered a breach of sena-
torial courtesy to give a colleague a
rhetorical trouncing, provided you ring
in few Latin quotations
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05

1t is reported that a great Italian tenor
has been the object of BLACK Hand at
tentions. Only careless press agent
would have overlooked this idea so long
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05

The Astors must be given credit for
conducting their divorce proceedings with
as little sensational publicity as possible.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-03-05

Nicaragua is another country that
shows how much trouble can be COM
pressed into a small territory.