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The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

p is pleasant to read that drunk
su chauffeur got the Jail sentence he
was bidding for in addition to the
mull fine.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

newspapers are trying to abolish
the mother-in-law joke, but almost
luy married man will tell you that a
no Cfher-in-law is no joke.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

= toad is said to be able to eat near
ly 300 flies an hour, but our idea OF
Hot hing to have about the house Is q
tod.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

possibly the charge that women's
Ject are becoming larger is merely a
9lo. on the part Of the shoe manufac
,ursrs to raise the price of feminine
Geo gcwear.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

a price of 100000 has been put
mon the head OF the former shah OF
re sia. There is a lot of money in
tugs.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

A cat can look at a king, and fol
that matter most any sort of a mar
can grow a pointed beard.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

spite OF the newspaper humorist.
I many picnics are held without
lightest interference on the part
FiuviUs.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

~ wisconsin woman is said to have
an ambition to be governor How does
sha stand on hatpin legislation?
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

A woman 80 years old will enter
the Wisconsin university, and thus
changes from an aged lady into col
Ego girl
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

fortunately 1t Is cool enough again
now so that the red-headed girl can
wear a celluloid comb in her hair
with out constant apprehension.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

When New York builds it's 100-story
buildtng our mountain climbers will be
saved the expense OF trip to Switzer
land
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

The government owns 10000 rein
oeers In Alaska, and strange to relate
no syndicate has tried to grab them
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

The sweet girl graduate has desert
90 the fountain OF learning for the
soda fountain.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

any new ball players who may be
pnFchased should be insured for at
least six months against wearing out.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

lightning stuck @ ser
lg p4-lo iu Louisville tha otnay
SPhis Tas undoubtedly assb =
nenN.rs
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

ere are microbes on a dollar bill,
bat dollar bills do not fly about to
nliEht on one.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

joy riding in the air bids fair to be-
come sky feature either this year or
NEXT
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

The coatless man who has not also
Rheu his good manners is all right
while the hot weather lasts.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

AEfat1on heroes are becoming too
nun erous to be counted on ones fin
gers Every country has them.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

Boston has found 55,0Oo,00 bacteria
jn half a spoonful OF ice cream. Bos-
IONS bacteria population is looking up.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

host OF the early presidential booms
WIZ De badly frostbitten before anoth
or spring.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

An alert toad eats 2s6 flies an hour
---is he can catch them.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

The electric fan crop Is more impor.
tsnt Just now than even a cereal crop
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

On some summer days straw hats
defy meteorological conditions.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

Most Of the women who put on bath
Tag suits this summer get them wet
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

Niagara occasionally fails as fool.
killer
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25
ENGLISH STRIKE SETTLED

DeLIer results
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1911-08-25

The lucky aviator is the 1--we one.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28

The subcommittee Of the House com.
mittee on public buildings and grounds
which Is conducting an inquiry into the
condition Of the governments rented
quarters In Warrington has made some
useful observations. One OF the commit
tees discoveries relates to the fire danger
and exposure to destruction Of public rec
ords. Attention has been often called
by the press OF Washington to this peril,
but 1t Is gratifying that it has at length
been recognised by a congressional in
vestigating committee. 1t Is also crafty
ing that the discovery is ofiicially made
while the records are intact. The more
common way Of finding out such things
10 after the loss has been sustained In
vestigation usually comes after the dam
age has been done. The present investi-
CATION IL on time and may result in the
giving Of adequate protection to govern
ment records. The chairman of tie com.
mittee also finds that the lives ct govern
ment employees are exposed to loss, not so
much by faulty construction of the build :
ings a. because Of their infiammable con-
tents. The chairman has said that From
our investigation so far 1t Is evident that
there 10 q deplorable condition in many
buildings occupied by the government.
that in many Of these buildings there y
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28

favors, like cake. should be- passed around.
For many years the middle states and
the west have been. favored at the ex-
pense Of this part Of the country by both
parties. Why not change. and espe-
cially as the growth of cities this way
has been very gratifying. and is a source
| OF local pride?
3. The candidates for the presidential
nomination would meet in Baltimore on
equal terms. Mr.. Clark is not neighbor
In point Of residence. but he and many Of
his friends will probably be near at hand
when the convention meets. Congress is
likely to be in session, and that would in
sure that the Clark boom would be well
cared for.
Gov. Wilson lives but a short distance
away. and his eastern support could reach
town easily, and in numbers. New Jer-
sey could move over for the time being
and whoop up things for her favorite. II
James Smith, jr.. and Chairman Nugent
of the democratic state committee should
fail in their efforts to hamstring local
Wilson sentiment. At present the ma
chine is against the governor, though it
proved powerless to check him in matters
before the legislature.
O'AAS - ASoSShoDtS ASoi' AhO AAe|' AAAo'A
boomers would not have to travel far.
and would feel at home in Baltimore. The
governor himself is well considered there.
When he visited town last winter on the
occasion of the democratic jubilee, his
reception was very cordial. as also was
that of Mr.. Clark. The two men, indeed.
were the toasts of the occasion.
AS for Mr.. Bryan. let it be admitted
<1,n& b. L.
Maryland democracy, and that Nebraska
is over the hills and far away. The jour-
ney would be a. long one for him. But he
is not. and will not become, an open can
didate for next years nomination. He
has. and will keep. matters under advise
ment. If his party calls, he will obey.
And If his party does CALL 1t will be with
a voice so loud and compelling that not
all of Baltimore and Maryland with
hades thrown in for good measure, would
be able to drown 1t. But Baltimore would
not try to drown 1t. Mr. Bryan would get
as square a deal in that town as anybody
else
II Baltimore wins, the feather In her
cap will be a tall one. And she ought to
win. Viewed in any light, her claims to
recognition are strong, and il pressed
properly should prevail.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28
Reception to Congress,

The Board Of Trade and Chamber OF
Commerce reception to Congress last
night fulfilled its purpose. A better I'M
derstanding between members of the Sen
ate and House and their constituents in
the District Of Columbia will be the re-
suit. Professional and business Wash
ington will feel freer to talk over Dis
trict affairs with their guardian REPRE-
Sentatives at the Capitol. and the legisla.
tors who come from distant sections and
widely separated states and districts will
have q clearer apprehension Of the needs
and hopes OF the capital and of the
strength Of the civic uplift aims Of the
capitals substantial population.
OF course Washington's substantial and
responsible population was not all in at
tendance at the reception. There is no
structure large enough to contain SO
many persons as are included in the
substantial and responsible class of
washington's population. All the good
people Of Washington are not included
in the membership of the Board Of Trade
and the Chamber Of Commerce. but they
are joining these bodies In an increasing
number. However, the hosts who last
night ministered to the pleasure and en-.
lightenment Of the congressional guests
were representative OF Washington. Mer
from every field Of thought and activit!
in the capital were there.
The spirit Of the Grand Capital was In
the air. and today every man present
host or guest. probably feels q strength
ened resolve to work for q bigger anc
yrander Washington-a labor that 10 OF
concern not to the people OF Washington
alone. but to the people Of the whole
country-for Washington Is more than &
city on the Potomac; 1t Is the capital o,
the United States.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28
Dainty Caps, Hats and
Dresses for Infants.

MN EAT and Cool Long and
INM Short Dresses, Pretty
uUV Null Caps. Dainty Pique
Hats, Picturesque Sun
Bonnets-all sorts of comfortable
things for spring and summer
wear, and in never so attractive
array.
Infants Long and Short Dresses: some
have yokes trimmed with hemstitching
and tucks: others with embroid-
cry and tucks. Each. SOC
Infants Tucked Null Caps, trimmed
with ribbon rosettes and finished
with scalloped edge. Each. 25c
Infants Tucked Null Caps, trimmed
with lace insertion and finished
with wide ties. Each. soc
Infants Pique Hats. with crown but
toned on; plain white roc and -.
Infants and Children's Sun Bonnets.
made Of chambray and finished with
plated edge; white. pink and
blue. Edch... <oS
Third floor. Eleventh st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28
Checking the Gerrymander.

The gerrymander is one Of the most
ancient abuses in American politics. 1t
dates back to the beginning Of the last
century and takes its name from Ell
bridge Gerry. q Jeffersonian states
man. for part Of a term Vice President
Of the United States. who tried to carve
Massachusetts, into legislative districts
in such q way as to intrench a demo-
cratic minority in control Of that state.
His example has been initiated hun
dreds OF times since his day. and until
recently it has seemed impossible to
prevent the usurpation OF power rep
resented in an apportionment in which
the voters OF one party exercise q far
greater share in government than do
the same number Of voters in another
party Public opinion condemns this
Injustice, but it has been slow in dnd-
ing a way to remedy 1t.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28
Women's Clothes.
From the New York Sun.

From the New York Sun.
The most conspicuous effect of the
style Of clothing now popular with many
women Is the appearance Of extreme
Observation-Disclosures 1t produces upon
its victims. Their backs curve forward
from q point midway between the decreed
waist line and the shoulder blades, their
heads are thrown to the front and down,
and they look as II they were the victims
OF too great devotion to clerical labors.
In some cases the distortion almost
reaches the proportion Of humpback
This remodeling of the human form
divine is the more noteworthy because
of the fact that the prevailing shape o.
headgear would seem to call for heads
carried we'll back II their proprietor.
were to see for any distance in front OF
them. Probably most women are not
as oop-shouldered as they now strug-
Gle to appear.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28
Signs Of the Season.

It's not the yellow blossoming
That smiles on every hand
That wakes a welcoming muse to sing
OF doings through the land.
Tis not the harmonies that come
From songsters in the trees
Oh. listen to the merry hum
OF presidential bees!
They joyously anticipate
The butterfly SO gay,
And sometimes get, the wise ones state.
In one another's way.
Well later note q change of key.
Sad measures will be sung.
Full many q presidential bee
Gets mercilessly stung.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28
Mr.. Taft and New York Politics.

The President always has strenuous
time In New York. In so big a town
much Is always on the cards 1t was q
countryman who told his neighbors upon
his return from his first visit to the me
tropolis that he had been in the hands
Of good fellows, who had rushed him
from gro-cer-ee to gro-cer-i. The Presi-
dent on his visits is rushed from Jubilee
to ju-bi-li. and the connections are often
made at top speed.
Fortunately, Mr.. Taft can stard such
hospitality. He is stocked with an album
dance Of both vitality and good nature,
and responds with heartiness to every
program arranged in his honor. Whether
the feast is Of reason or something else,
he enters into the spirit of the occasion
with zest, and rewards. by heightening
the enjoyment of all present, those who
have included him in their list Of guests.
This time, however, the President must
have had in one matter what is called a
trial" He conferred with warning poll
ticians of his party about their wars
He tried ito get the hang OF things. ;"
He listened to first one side and then the
other. He was prudent enough not to
permit both sides to talk at once. Mr..
Barnes had his turn, and then Mr.. Gris-
com. The two warriors did not meet in
the Presidents presence. Each had his
say In his own way. and then departed.
Was the President the wiser at the
close? Has he returned to Washington
with clear understanding of the situa-
ton and what it calls for in the nature
Of pacifcation? If so, he has made a
record. He has done what no other man
in high station in either party has ever
before accomplished. For New York pol
itics has ever been q puzzle to outsiders,
and has tripped many a good-intentioned
inegotiator for peace. From Aaron Burr
time, down through Thuflow Weeds time
to the present. the game has been played
there with rules not elsewhere prevailing,
and with q skill which only an expert
familiar with the rules could hope to fol-
low. II give 1t up" was Mr.. Ldncoln's
observation after an attempt to solve a
New York problem to which Mr.. Greeley
and Mr.. Seward and others had contrib
| uted some opposing and darkening coun-
| sells.
mere guess might very we'll be that
| II there IL any republican hope in New
York at present 1t rests mainly, II not
altogether, on democratic divisions. The
republicans last year. with the game in
| their hands. divided. and threw 1t away.
Then the democrats. with the fruits of
victory in their hands, divided, and may
| have thrown them away. At any rate.
Gov. DIX, 30 far, has not met expecta-
lions, and the Sheehan contest for the
Senate has left some deep wounds which
may be slow in healing. Many independ-
ents who trained with Tammany for con-
troll of the state now regret their action,
| and. though 1t Is not certain, may throw
their strength next fall in favor of q re-
| turn of republican control In the legisla-
ture. Taken by and large, the situation
IL a study in follies and revenges which
only New York could present.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28
Baltimore and the Convention.

It In stated that a. soon a. the mayor
atty campaign II over Baltimore will be-
gin to press her application to entertain
the next democratic national convention.
The national committee will meet next
winter to decide the question OF conven-
ton time and location. Baltimore should
win, for several reasons.
/. She is well qualified in every way to
play hostess. She has the railroad facilities
and the hotel accommodations. and much
OF interest to show visitors. whether dele
gates or lookers-on. She 10 pretty town.
worth seeing.
3 II has been . long time since she
90 aeeorded such an honor; and such
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28

| constant danger of loss OF records ana
| loss Of human life, and until Congress can
provide permanent relief it might be well
| to offer a few suggestions which Will
temporarily lessen the grave danger OF
loss Of life"
From this it appears that one OF the
"dfscoveries'' made by the congressional
| investigat tors is that government quarters
are so cramped and crowded that overflow
meetings, as 1t were, are being held In the
corridors. The recommendation Is made
| that 1.-THE officers in charge Of the va
rious buildings should Immediately see
| that all Railways are cleared OF obstruc-
lions and that all boxes. desks and otner
distractions are removed from all fre es-
cape entrances" The recommendation Is
wise. but the reason in the vast majority
Of cases why Railways are cluttered with
distractions and the fire escapes olockeo
with boxes and desks, file cases and the
like Is because Of the pressure for space.
The recommendations that smoking De
regulated. that fire apparatus be Kept IN
readiness and that fire companies De
formed by the employees are good, ana
without doubt will be acted on.
1t is mildly encouraging to observe that
the chairman of the committee says that
his committee will do all in its power 10
provide safe quarters in which govern
ment employees can work. but that under
most favorable circumstances 1T would
be years before relief could come In all
departments by the construction of new
and suitable buildings.
Washington would breathe easier II
Congress were to adopt a building pro-
gram so farsighted that the conditions
complained of, and which have been ex-
istent ever since the creation Of the per-
manent capital, could be remedied in the
time required for putting up the necessary
structures.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28
FIigh=grade Footwear
For the Young.

| ~ PECIAL attention is di-
| N0N rected to a new line OF
Nv Boys and Youths Oxford
Ties, made in the three
and four eyelet blucher style. with
uppers of selected dull calfskin,
| and soles of white oak leather.
tanned by the old process OF bark
tannage, and free from all chem
icals; sole leather counters; per-
feet in fit, in quality, in service.
Sizes II to 1914. Pair. $3.50
Sizes I to 5H. Pair. $500
WHITE SHOES are particularly pleas
feet as they are in appearance. and they
possess many other desirable features;
We are showing them for misses and
children in high-button style, OXFORD
Ties and strap Pumps. with Goodyear
welt sole. to E widths.
Sizes 6 to 8. Pair. ....... .$I.75
Sizes 81a to 1917. Pair......$2.oo
Sizes II to 2. Pair. $3.50
BAREFOOT sANDALs-our line OF
Barefoot Sandals ID very large and they
are made on the approved comfort-eiving
a perfectly smooth tread, without nails or
tacks to hurt the feet. The finest quality
tan leather is used for the uppers.
Sizes s to 81. Pair. ....... .$1.25
Sizes 81 to 2. Pair. ...... .SI.5o
Sizes 2 to 6. Pair. .$2.oo
Third door, Tenth 1t.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28
Entered a. second.class mail matter at the pos
ONCE at Washington, D. c.

0In order to avoid delays on account Of
rersonal 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
10 tenor or purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28
An Industry Threatened.

you IL it can be DONE" said the public
spirited legislator.
Don't you 60 interferin'." replied Mr..
Corntossel. 'Haulin' automobiles out O.
mudholes Is one Of the chief sources OF
us farmers prosperity"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28
Fresh, Delicious
MarshmallOWs.

1o1CH E offer for tomorrow,
NInIl Saturday, a special
WNN1l lot of delicious,
fresh Marshmallows,
at the low price OF
23c the pound.
Fifth door. Tenth ct.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28
"White Cross"
Antiseptic Foot Powder.

TM%1 It'll the coming of
NIUIiI warm weather and
WV new shoes come
tired. aching and
burning feet. White Cross"
Foot Powder sifted into the shoes
and on the feet relieves foot
troubles of this kind.
CSC the can. az
Shoe Dept, Third door, Tenth IT. FL
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28

Theatrical managers who charge $3.50
In some cities and 81 in others may point
to the prices Of steel rails In different
parts Of the globe as an endorsement Of
their methods.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28

That eminent economist Mr.. J. j. Hill
must note with approval the number Of
people who are holding on to winter head
gear until the straw hat season opens.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28

At this time Of year the public again
awakens to a realization that the house
fly must go. that the mosquito should
be exterminated and that good roads are
much needed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28

The socialist party in the House of Rep
resentatives Is never disturbed by any
contentious as to leadership.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28

The Audubon Society has not yet ex-
tended its program so as to impress the
generous obligation to be kind to lame
ducks.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28
Could Not Be Regulated.

From the Pittsburg Chronicle.
Fish wardens are to be assisted by
the state constabulary in preventing
violations Of the fishing laws. But Let
them dare to interfere with the fisher
mans lies about the size Of hts catch.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28
Inconsistent.

peace"
Eyes. But he is one of these people
who can't talk about it without getting
into q fight
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28

A little reciprocal silence on the SUBJ
ject Of Canadian annexation will assist
present projects.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28

The expectations of a heated style of
debate in the extra session have proved
to be largely in the nature OF false
alarms.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28
Look at the Trees!

From the Indianapolis News.
Those skeptical people who still doubt
that spring has come might be convinced
by a more careful reading Of the list OF
automobile accidents.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28

The question OF when an incident is
really closed IL one that occasionally de-
fies the most expert authority.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28

None Of the states where women vote
reports any colonization movement on the
part of suffragettes in general.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHlLANDER JOHNSON.
The Prudent Orator.

do you use anecdotes to give point
to your arguments?''
NO." replied Senator Sorghum. Il use
them to keep my audience amused with
out committing myself to any particular
policy
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28

1t 10 generally admitted that. whatever
may be the question at issue, dynamite
Is no argument.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-04-28
A DEVELOPMENT.

THAT young woman has a terrible
habit OF slang" said the critical lady.
MY DEAR" replied Miss Cayenne.
slang is no longer a habit. 1t is an
art"