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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20
Clark and Folk.

The contention that because the
democrats of Missouri in state conven.
ton last September declared for for
mer Gov. Folk .or President he IS the
states choice today and viii be next
year Is far from convincing.
At that time Mr.. Clark was only the
leader OF the minority in the House,
and while his party's prospects we're
brighter than for some years Trey
were not such as warranted hiro or his
friends in tall calculations for him for
the early future. Had the republicans
won, even by a narrow majority, IN
November, the OZARK statesman would
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20
Promoting the Merit System.
From the indianapolis News.

The President has given very effective
answer to the charge that he is using the
appoiniive power to further political am
bition. He said that he would be delight
ed If Congress would take the appointing
power out Of his hands In choosing mar
shals. collectors and second and third
class postmasters. by extending the merit
system to cover them. and that practically
every post up to the grade of the United
States district attorney should be put un-
der the merit system. OF course there
exists no reason why all should not be
The last statement as to the extent of the
merit system shows how the silent infiu-
ence Of right action pervades and extends
itself
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

OIn order TO avoid delays account OF
personal absence. letters to THE STAR should
not be addressed TO any individual connected
with the once. but simply TO THE STAR. or to
the Editorial or Business Department, according
TO tenor or purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20
Precedence,

You call that horse race SUGGEST"
asked the American in Europe
"A marvellous success. 1t took months
Of the most careful preparation.
But there was no remarkable speed
developed
Certainly not. But didn't YOU observe
that the horses finished in the exact or
der in which their owners would go in
to a state dinner!'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20
Adjustable Metal=frame
Window Screens.

All the desired sizes are represented in
this complete stock. These Screens work
easily in an climates and under all
weather conditions; will not stick, bind
or warp. Frames and wire are finished
in best quality black japan. which rem
ders them impervious to moisture. Ad-
justed to suit your convenience.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20
Wrong in All Sections.

From the Raleigh News and Observer.
The child labor problem is not sectional.
The attempt to prove that the south Is
the worst sinner in that direction has
done this section as much injustice as 1t
has wTonged the southern people. The
evil Is here, as elsewhere. and needs to
be eradicated. butthe same IL true OF
other sections.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20
Reciprocity.

''Of course, you are in favor Of reci-
procity with Canada
Il surely am replied the superficial
observer. If it will provide any way of
my getting rid of the Canadian quarters
collected at New England summer re-
sort
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILAANDER JOHNSON.
Popularity.

aren't you afraid that your efforts to
establish a popular government will re-
suit in more flghting?'
We'll" answered the new South Amer
lean president fighting is popular here. =
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

Cipher experts make a considerable de-
mand when they call on lovers OF Shake
speare's plays to view them with some
thing OF the same interest that attaches
to the puzzle department in the back of a
juvenile publication.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

Colorado Is discussing some plan for
encoura ging men to locate valuable min
ing properties. This may discourage a
certain theory that a prospectus can be
made to take the place of prospector.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20
EXPRESSIONS of Opinion.

How about interviews" asked the
young man who is learning politics.
'Try for a safe and middle course" re-
piled Senator Sorghum. Some of US
never talk for publication and others
never talk for any other purpose
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

Sugar officials are charged with various
attempts to evade customs. but with all
their effrontery they never invited the
prompt retrihution which attends ef-
fort to smuggle a sealskin sack or a pet
dog
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

OF course the Supreme Courts hand
ling Of the tobacco trust seems rather
gentle and forbearing to the men who
some time ago were engaged in night
riding.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

Mexico is prepared to celebrate the fact
that most Of her brave matadorS avoided
being injured in warfare TO an extent that
would interfere with their professional
duties.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

One of the most dangerous 'affinities
that history has recorded is that OF the
germ and the house fiy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20
Extremes.

oh, life may be song, they say,
Where various themes converge.
Some yearn for ragtime every day
And others want a dirge.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

There is no general rejoicing when the
promoters Of big industrial enterprises
get together and sign peace pact.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

Many members of London society refuse
to sec why a bridge tournament should
not be as popular a feature of royal
celebration as a horse race.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

W. ]. Bryan would be captain of in
dustry II he had shown anything like the
attention to the steel business that he
devoted to silver.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

The theory that women are lured to
the stage by love of dress does not ac-
count for the barefoot dancing craze.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

Aviation as a science commends a sin
cere respect that can hardly be accorded
to aviation as a sport and public di-
version.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

a number of men prominent In trust
circles are now dividing their time be-
tween the ledgers and the law books.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

So much success has attended the estab-
lishment OF a safe and sane Fourth of
July that safe and sane foot ball may yet
be looked for
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20
Cammimg and Preserving
Necessities and REQUISITES,

III RUIT Jars Jelly Glasses and the accessories for properly
canning and preserving No better equipped stock of these
0lV articles has been shown by
Atas-Mason Strong Shoulder Fruit Jars-three sizes.
Small, soc dozen. Medium, Dozen Large S5c dozen.
AtasSpeca Wide-mouth Fruit Jars-three sizes.
Small, 75c dozen Medium s5c dozen Large soo dozen.
E. T. Seal Glass-top Fruit Jars-three sizes.
Small, 85c Dozen Medium dozen. Large S25 dozen.
Best grade Jelly Glasses plain optic in three sizes.
Small, dozen. Medium. dozen. Large roc
Mason Jar Rings, of best quality odoress white rubber
Plain, SC dozen. Double-p dozen.
Atas-Special Wide-Mouth Tipped Jar Rings,
Dozen
Mason Jar Tops, 25c Dozen Parowax, cake.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

1t is not exactly clear whether party
lines are being effaced or indefinitely
multiplied.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

Entered as second class nail matter at the post
once az Washington u. c.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

Parable In advance -hy mail postage prepaid:
Daily SUNDAY included. month. CO cents.
nsily sunday excepted, month. Az cents.
SATURDAY. Star. 81 year. Sunday Star. 81. 10 year.
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Business Once iith ST. and Pennsylvania Avenue
New York Once Tribune Building.
Chicago Once: First National Bank Building.
European ONCE: Regent ST.. London. England
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-06-20

TIE Evening Star. with the Sunday morning
edition. Is delivered by carriers within rho city
~ IS cents per month daily only. - cents per
month Sunday only. 20 cents per month. Orders
msy be sent nv mail telephone Main 24io
Collection IS made by carrier at the end Of each
month.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25
ODD TRIMMINGS
ON MANY HATS

On a small hat Of black velvet there is
the queerest little trimming arrangement
noted in many Il day. A young palm
apparently-growS out at sharp
angle from one side of the crown. 1t is
of feathers, of course, and it Is made TO
spread out like the top of a palm. At
three points up its long stalk are three
white, rough globules that must be the
fungus on the tree trunk. They can be
compared to nothing else.
One velvet hat is all crown and there is
a good deal of il Il that At one side
there is pIastered segment of orange
colored silk At the other is funny little
garden of worsted flowers in weird and
impossible coloringS. And that is all.
\ perky little half-wheel OF black vel
vet with five tiny black ostrich tufts
they look like tips. but that word would
imply size TO Nhic hthese toy feathers
can never attain-growing straight up is
all the trimming there is on another
model. This hat is unusual in itself. aside
from its freakiSh garniture. Ii has the
crown and inside Of the brim covered
smoothly with some sort of oriental silk
with Il terra Gotta ground and vases and
tWiny things OF queer design woven i'll
blue. The facing Of the brim is blue vel
vet The hat is quite plain and round,
with its brim slightly rolled.
Tier upon tier Of white boN-plaited ma
line ruching is used on big picture
model of black velvet The top row
stands upright instead OF facing down
ward as the rest. of the ruches do. and II
is separated from them by band of fur
Rabbit heads are something new i'll
trimming. Just the head with a setting
of skin Is used. and ears and all are
prominent The white is the preferred
color on dresSy hats, although the nat
ural gray rabbit is also used. Bunny
peers out from the side of the crown in
lifelike way.
Rabbit ears of velvet continue in popu
larity and rival the furry heads.
Silk beaver in brown black is well
liked in conjunction with creamy French
felt cloth The beaver may cover the top
and the felt be used as a facing. or vice
versa
bow that could not be any larger
without falling off the sides of the very
large hat on which il lies-you couldn't
possibly say stands lis perched"
Of this acknowledging affairs of white
ribbed silk seven inches wide. Ii is made
perfectly flat. not being drawn in even
at the center, but having its crosspiece
lust as fiat and plain as the loops. 1t is
on a black model and is backed with
black maline.
Blue roses with red eenters and red
roses with blue centers-big ones at that
alternate at regular intervals around the
extreme edge of the brim of a blue hat.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25
HR50dQr3
TAILORED STREET COSTUMES
AND NEW MATERIALS USED
Reversible Fabrics With Striped Backs-Di-
agonal Treatment Is Well Liked-Silks
andVelvets for Gowns and Wraps.

The tailored street costume IS one OF
the first needs for fall. and particularly
good looking suits for such wear are
made M of silk, serge, tafeta and the
reversible satins. Stunning suits are
made up in this latter material the re-
verse side showing for the deep revers
and cuffs which are a feature of the
present coats.
One costume is made of sloe blue dou-
ble-faCed satin The white facing of the
silk is shown on the deep square collar
and reyers and on the turned back cuffs.
There is an attached portion, very slight
~ fullei in. on the lower part of the
Jacket, over the hips. which reaches a.
most to the was line. The sleeves are
bell-shaped at the bottom and are trim
med with buttons and velvet. Velvet and
buttons also trim the attached part of the
side fronts. There is deep band trim
ming at the bottom of the skirt which
is headed by velvet trimming and but
tons.
The most striking features in the cut
of the new coats are the increase in
length and the absence of the swinging
sash pane Many OF the new suits in
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25

on skirts. and pipings of velvet as used
| on the frock above described are espe-
cially smart on the flounces of satin and
taneta suits.
face with a striped back is also very
| good. A smart model recently shown
| was an. elephant gray satin backed with
! hiack and white stripes The coat was
cut with waist-deep revers and three
| quarter sleeves and deep. turned-back
| cuffs, featuring the striped surface. as in
| the revers. The wide band which encir-
| cied the skirt was slashed at either side
and turned back in three-cornered sec
tons. showing the striped material
| Another distinctive suit was of change
| able brown and green taffeta. The quaint
coat was cut with the deep shoulder
cape, a new effect in the recently inn
ported French creations. The skirt was
picturesque in design, having three
| f1onnces, each of which was finished with
| deep hem. The coat was slightly gath
cred In back and front and belted at the
| long waist line into a fitted peplum which
| gave the effect of fourth fiounce. The
! sleeves were in bell shape and had in
| side ruffies of deep cream lace side
| piece of the same, lace was featured on
| the coat.
| The diagonal line is striking feature
\ in the cut of the new coats. and goes
we'll with the high directoire collar
! which is making its appearance. a
| suit of blue and white striped silk serge.
which Is a popular and modish fabric this
| season, was very effective. The closing
| line, beginning at one shoulder, crossed
the coat to the opposite side at the foot.
The directoire collar was of blue velvet
finished with a jabot of ecru Nenise lace
at the throat The side closing was
banded in velvet and finished with a row
of velvet buttons. The cuffs this novel
Jacket We're also of velvet.
There are many attractive new WOODEN
materials shown in all the shops. and
also new ribbed and striped velveteens.
Charming gowns made up of silk.
velvet and velour mousseline. Brocaded
silks are much in evidence this season
and will be made up into stunning frocks
| for evening wear These brocaded silken
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25
Sagging or Hanging
Cheeks and Chin
From Woman's Magazine.

Flabbiness OF cheeks. chin neck has been
considered very difficult to correct until the re-
cent discovery of veritable wonder worker for
such conditions. The preparation is simple
and harmless any woman can easily make and
apply it. 1t is all the more remarkable in that
its beneficial effects apparent after the
first application. both to appearances and the
feeling Of comfort produced.
The formula is Powdered saxolite. l o.. dis
solved in / pit. witch hazel. Use daily as
wash lotion. The solution tends to contract and
solidify the loosened. baggy tissue. smoothing
out the folds, creases and wrinkles. besides
having a refining influence skin of coarse
texture and large pores. As witch hazel and
| saxolite be had at any drug store at little
| cost many will doubtless b glad to have thi.
successful recipe.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25
Fall Coat Hints.

yery CAV are the colOrs of facings, if
not of the whole garment, in some of the
new overcoats in rough tWeeds and wool
Nv fabrics. Reds and puppies and bright
greens and the like are seen-sOmetimes
one of these bright hues forming the body
of the coat with a more vivid plaid for
facing.
A greatcoat in one of the heavy polo
cloths is bright scarlet faced with plaid.
The plaid forms a large sailor collar and
reyers and cuffs Instead of a pocket this
coat is equipped with new style of
handbag matching the coat. 1t is of the
scarlet cloth with flap of the plaid and
the TOP is cut diagonally. 1t is slung over
the shoulders on heavy gold and black
cord
Another brilliant model is also in red,
but not in quite so vivid shade as the
scarlet The red is marked with 'invisi-
BILE" checking. The coat opens low to re-
piped with red.
A heather mixture tweed in which pur-
pie tones predominant is mace In Sc
the left shoulder. There Is nigh turned
down collar Of black and purple striped
velvet. The buttons are huge analrs, mol
lowed out in the center, OF SHINY purple
trimmed with black
A stunning long coat OF black velvet
has large revers and deep cuffs made Of
coronation purple cloth.
Where Just hint of gay color Is
shown in collar and cuffs this tone is re-
heated in the buttonhole edging OF the
coats Of mannish wcrsteds.
dark leather belt caught with two
steel buckles Is worn across the back only
of q dark gray mixed cheviot.
Instead Of the regulation sleeves loose
overwrap of gray worsted has the sleeve:
Of piece with the back OF the coat
| strotching down almost to the feet il
great points, like the sleeves of a colleg'
gown.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25
Attest MILLINERY
FOR YOUNG GIRLS

For very youthful wearer there is a
big bonnet shape Of white corduroy deck
ed with roses.
A knitted gray cap for a golfing girl
boasts a red willow plume made of
loops of worsted cleverly arranged to give
the ostrich effect. Is
The whole brim OF a hat for a young
girl may be of the white worsted which
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25

has been shown so much for trimming.
One model has white triangular orna-
ments Of the worsted at the sides, out
lined in black and a brim of black velvet
surrounding the Worsted hrim.
An evening hat for debutante is made
on the sunbonnet order. The puffed
section in back Is of pink panne velvet
and the lining is of pink silk. The brim
is covered with white lace decorated
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25

front and back of the coat are cut in
straight unbroken lengths
The narrow skirt still obtains. though
its trimming lines are now circular. TAX
ing away the very narrow look. Tn,
triple-tiered or f1ounced skirt is = crea
ton OF one OF the smart Partisan cou
turters. Wide trimming braidS are use<
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25

with a trellis of bronze roses having
pink centers. This fetching bonnet is to
be worn with a party dress Of pale pink
silk, and an odd wrap Of brocaded pink
silk which Is not much more than great
scarf except that il is caught up TO
form sleeves. IL is like a small circular
cape with the front fullness caught into
the bordering band of black velvet RIB
bon which goes all the way around.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25

Shawl-shaped nantes promise to be-
come one of the leading shapes for the
| winter in fur, velvet, cloth and the heavy
double-faced satins.
| Never was there such a rage for bor-
dered silks-and never were bordered
! silks more glorious.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25

Lace promises to be very much used.
Lace overdresses and lace combined with
taffeta Or satin for evening gowns will
continue popular.
A large. soft wooden cord, white and
funny. Is much used in trimming simple
hats.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25

Big wings Of eyelet embroidery are
they are as fetching on velvet and
fabric hats as are the big embroidereo
collars on fur coats-a fashion soon 20
be seen.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25
@ @ @ DRIVES OUT
on WD O)o BLOOD FHUMORS

The intimate relation of the skin to the blood Is
shown by the fact that impurities poisons of any
character usually manifested in some form on the
outer cutice The germs of fever in the blood will
flushing and redness Of the skin; in like manner
the acid of Rheumatism will inflammation,
while malarous poison produces salow and chalky
hue; and with other impurities.
The skin is a real barometer the blood, and the
character of impurty injecting the circulation is deter
mined by the effects the tissue Humors in the
blood produce what term general Skin Diseases.
These divided into several classes known Ecze1
Salt Rheum, Psoriasis Pimples Rashes, and each
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25

Swift {, Companys sales of fresh beef
in Washington for the week ending Sat
urday, Sept. 23. 1911, averaged 7.9Sc ID
Adyt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25

Skin Diseases of blood
humor
blood builds
rich copuscles and adds its every Then the
and edicalad IS for at drug
THE SWIFT SPECIFIC CO.. ATLANTA, GA
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25

want to tell you of the great gbod
/ received from the use Of S. S. S. l
am now seventy-five years old and had
suffered with Eczema for forty years.
caused by humor in my blood, and
could find nothing to cure me until l
tried s. S. s. ! suffered intensely with
the itching and burning; pustules
would form from which there flowed a
sticky fluid: crusts would come on the
skin and when scratched off the skin
was left as raw as piece of beef. l
suffered agony the long years l was
afflicted, but when ! used S. S. S. /
found a perfect cure. There has never
been any return Of the trouble.
Stockham, Neb. e. H. EVANS.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25

materials will be fashioned into coats as
we'll as evening frocks. Changeable vel
vet will be used extensively this season
for evening frocks and nantes. 1t comes
in black and blue, in white with deli
cate hues of rose, and In green with
white
Fur will not only be found on coats
and wraps, but on frocks, too. and will
be used on every sort of material. Skunk
will be used on white velvet dresses.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25

Isn't 3 short, smooth road better than
roundabout, rocky one?
Isn't that the road you would take by
preference?
Well, the shorter, easier, smoother road in
washing clothes is the Fels-Naptha way.
No rocks in your path; no boiling hot
fires steaming suds or hard rubbing.
Fels-Naptha banishes the disagreeable part
of washing, takes out the backache, cuts the
time to half and makes the clothes cleaner
and whittier than it is possible by the old-fash-
Toned way.
Follow the simple directions on the red
and greer wrapper.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25

the outer SKIN TO ulCeTate ana
discharge, and soon the skin is
disfgured with eruptions which
often are torturing to the suf-
ferer because of soreness or in
tense itching. External treat
ment cannot cure an internal
trouble, and for this reason
salves, washes, lotions, etc, can
have no curative effect on skin
diseases. Such treatment can
perhaps soothe, and make the
irritated flesh more comfortable,
but the real cause must be re-
moved by purifying the blood
before skin troubles can be
cured.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25

Anty Drudge's Cure for the Blues.
ANITA D,udqe-"Won't you come home to tea with me,
children?''
1ohn-"Come on Sally you have had the blues all day.
little fresh air will do you good.
Mrs. Hardyay-'No. have to get up early tomorrow
and get the washing SO want to get to bed early
tonight"
Antu Dyudqe-"Of all silly creatures! | suppose you
have been thinking about your washing all day. No
wonder you are blue. Now just go and put your
things right away. When you get down to my
house will give you few cakes of Fes-N aptha and
YOUR blues and blue Mondays will vanish forever. and
Johns only day home will be more pleasant in the
future"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-25

silk and satin feature a deep side tuck
running over the shoulders and continu-
ing the full length of the coat, back and
front. A smart treatment of jackets is
the application of the side belt, giving a
raised effect TO the waist line, while the