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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
Helping Mr.. Wilson.

Mr.. Wilson is not we'll reported from
Bermuda in the statement that che is
annoyed by the deluge of advice on
cabinet and other subjects which he is
receiving from persons he has never
heard of, but who are trying to tell him
how TO conduct the affairs of the govern
ment. That attitude does not harmo-
niZe with the decision he reached several
weeks ago to keep open Office in WASH
ington. and welcome everybody. 1t is
neither good philosophy nor good pol
itics.
The open-office announcement was
liable to, and it received Just criticism
1t would not be possible for a President
however so well inclined, to see all
callers. and especially such a number as
would be encouraged by general invi-
tation. The great majority. necessarily.
would have TO be denied. \ lack of time
alone would defeat the amiable end.
But the right of petition and sugges-
ton by letter is not only important, but
almost sacred, and should not be
abridged. Let the people be free to
write to their President at any time and
on any subject; and he will best con-
suit his own and the public's interests
by making provision for the reading of
all such communica lions If necessary
let him assign one or more capable men
for that particular duty, and let them
report To him whatever of interest and
Importance may be directed to the White
House in that way.
The job will be little trying on the
patience. Many letters will come from
nf1p mi liar wit nth1 ff.,ir
and Incapable of expressing themselves
we'll. But now and then letter from
wholly unknown individual will arrive
by that channel. and be worth the
reading and the needing Let the sec
retaries be on the watch for SUCH
and when found make the proper
note. For there is, or should be-
more rejoicing over one sensible COM
munication saved than annoyance over
ninety-and-nine of a fool character con-
Stunning valuable time.
y great philanthropist. now dead, once
instructed his secretary to read every
letter carefully. Sometimes" he said
worthy cases may present themselves
in wretched scrawl. and in worse
spelling and grammar"
Just little experience as President
will show Mr.. Wilson that large numbers
of his felow-citizens, never likely to
hold office of any kind, esteem them
selves capable of running the govern
ment, and have expansive views on the
subject. And now and then one will
appear who really has something of
value to communicate. Let not the man
with something worth while to say be
denied an audience even by mail.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

be at his service as campaigners. Preach
as both sides do against activity Of fed
eral officia-- in politics. all are more or
less guilty. They all do it. If Mr.. Will
son wants a denomination. every man he
has appointed to office will be for him.
and will manage in some way to help.
II. on the other hand. Mr.. Wilson fails
in office. and a republican successor is
indicated who will care to compete for
what may prove an empty honor? The
feeling will be that Mr.. Wilson is the one
man for the place: and he is likely to
get it without contest.
But if before Inauguration. or any time
soon thereafter. Mr.. Wilson announces
that. hit or miss. he will be satisfied with
one term. then there will be three men.
all at present members of the House.
worth the study of politicians figuring
on the future. Their names are Champ
Clark. Oscar Underwood and William
Sulzer
As matters stand. Mr.. Clark is the
strongest of the trio. He has the prestige
of both success and defeat-success in the
Speakers chair wrought by his ability
and force. and defeat in the Baltimore
convention wrought. as many believe and
as he believes. by unfair means. Sym
pathy, we'll founded. is a powerful factor.
even in as selfish and brutal game as
politics.
Mr. Underwood also has the prestige of
success and defeat-success in the House
as floor leader, and defeat at Baltimore
which showed him as national quantity
of high quality In the circumstances,
his campaign for the presidential nomina-
tion was. for the large number of dele
gates secured. a surprise to even his
friends. His race was a great credit to
him.
In the case of Mr.. Sulzer there is only
success To be considered. He has Won all
his races. and goes into the GovernorShip
of New York by a very large majority.
At present he is the foremost Few York
democrat. with unusual opportunities for
making reputation. And he has frankly
confessed that he would like an assign
ment in Washington after his assign
ment in Albany is at an end.
The next three years may change all
this but at this time these three men en-
joy large share of the spotlight: and
visitors to the House galleries may see
all three on view.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

This ware is extremely popular and its
plain ivory-wfitc surface is exceptionally rich
and desirable 1t will harmonic with any deco
ration or furnishing idea.
Any of these pieces engraved or monogramcd
with colors will make present of exceptional
artistic effect.
TOILET ARTICLES-Complet Toilet
Sets. Puff Boxes, Salve Boxes Tooth Powder
Boxes Manicure Sets, Hair Brushes, Mirrors,
Toothbrush Holders, Combs, Nail Polishers.
Soap Boxes, etc.
PRACTICAL AND DECORATIVE PIECES
Photo Frames from the sizes for the small min
ature to the largest pictures in square, oval and
round shapes Clocks, in variety Of styles and
sizes Clothes Brushes, Hat Brushes Trays Trim
ket Boxes Jewel Boxes and many other useful
pieces.
Also pieces for men use including Shaving
Sets.
Our-assortnent is complete and will
answer any gift demand satisfactor- ,~
lily in regard to selection and price
Mali floor. Eleventh
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
Slippers Are Acceptable Gifts
For Every Member of the Family.

11 LARGE and most attractive gift showing. prettiest
|KAI styles and best selections choice made the
Nv least possible time They luxurious everything
price, which the lowest which reliable and
kinds be
Womens Slippers a $I.oo
Bath bic color ands N'N N-' 0
Womens Slippers at $I.5o.
Womens Slippers at $500, $500 and 5000.
sy in a - ' ~ 1870 ~
Mems Slippers at $I.5o, $780, $3.50 and 5000
MensT at - ~
Misses and Chldren's Slippers $I.oo $I.25 and SI.5o
of
New Turkish Boudoir Slippers, soc Pair.
the
an
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
Leaving the Turk in Europe.

From the Boston Transcript.
II would he characteristic of the good
fortune which has attended the sultans of
Turkey if the present occupant of the OF
toman throne were left, at the concll-
sion of peace. i'm possession of European
state, one shorn of its fair proportions
but still large enough to postpone the de-
portation of his dynasty and race to Asia.
This Is not the first time that d conquer
ing army has been so close to Constan-
tinople that only diplomacy could avert
the collapse Of Turkish power in Europe.
In 1870 the Russians captured Adrianople
and had the road to Constantinople open
to them. Almost half a century later a
Russian army almost looked into Con-
stantinople from it's outposts, and again
Turkey was permitted to linger in Eu-
rope, after the congress of Berlin had
despoiled both victors and vanquished.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
Strictly Personal Remembrance
For Women.

gift of personal nature is one that every
woman delights in receiving. Not so much be-
cause OF Its value. but because of the thought \
gift of this nature manifests the deep friendship
the true spirit of Christmas is clearly evidenced
In the Corset Department delightful suggc,
tons that will prove very helpful to those making
their purchases.
Heart Sachets. Carriers and daintily IA
One OF Fancy Silk a very accen,
able gift and when incased pretty corset bag be-
comes doubly attractive. "e "
Corsets for evening of silk brocbe
long hips. Pair ........." anu WHY $500 to SI5oo
Corset Bags of pretty dresden ribbons G. .,
Fancy Sachets of ribbon Each ....... zoe
far Brasseres Of ribbon and lace designed and s,
Ribbon Pair to 81 -
Eleventh
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
Boys Apparel-Im Excellent
HOLIDAY AssOrtmemts.

61 EVER did displays offer such wonderful variety, and
I'LL y each particular
M u boy glad receive of this kind No
- how inexpensive they be, welcome and
appreciation always awaiting them.
Practical useful beautiful dependable Comfort service and
style splendid advantage in each They
far supass the usual that consideration
price fair basis of judging them Upon alone
is the only of determining their excellence.
Neckties, pretty silks. Blanket Bath Robes
CSC to ST so each. $225 to $4.5o each.
Crocheted and Two-tone Knit Sweaters, plain trimmed
ted Neckties. $Ioo to $500 each.
25c and SOC Rompers
Suspenders. soc SIoo pair
80 anu soy eao" Rubber Coats in black tan
Outing Flannel falamas' sizes S325 to So. 50 each.
+ ~ 10 . d. - :4 Washable Sailor and Russian
/oc |" Pi@o sui , Blouse Suits.
: taps many new and novelty S195 to $500 each.
roc ,,d &, M e,c, Russian and Refer Coats
Hats felts, veours, cloths @o " %'-.oo eden'
S1oo to 81 20 each Russian Blouse Suits
White and Colored Blouses $500 to $3.50 each.
soc to ST 90 each Sailor Blouse Suits
Shirts plain negige and plated $500 to S85 each.
bosoms. LOO each. Double breasted Suits.
Flannel Shirts Blouses $500 to $3.50 each.
$1oo to $500 each. Norfolk Jacket Suits
norN $500 to $3.50 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
A Congress Alive, Yet Dead.

From the Springfield Republican.
When the control of Congress and the
presidency remains with the same party.
as the result of succeeding elections, it is
a matter of no great moment that d Con-
gress should hold over after national cleo
tions have been held. But the weakness
of the present system Is made con-
spicuous when an election like the last
one DEGREES a complete revolution in the
political control Of the government. The
session beginning today Is hamstrung
from the start by the fact that 1t in no
degree represents the public opinion OF
the nation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
Why Not Keep Cleaned Up?

From the Cleveland Leader.
Would 1T not help protect life and prop
erty I'm Cleveland to make the warfare
which Chief kohler is Waging upon
crooks and the resorts they. are known
to frequent permanent thing instead Of
an occasional spasm Of official activity ?
If II were always as uncomfortable and
dangerous to maintain "hang-out" for
thieves burglars and other desperate
criminals as II Is just now, how many Of
the thugs that infest Cleveland would
stay here three months or even three
WeekS2
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
Chairs. 900. $500 and upward
Tables. 800. $1,000 and upward
Settees. %. $3.50 and upward
Richly Carved lockwood
and FIinoki Furniture.

Chinese and Japanese construction and inn
ported direct from the makers. These people have
accomplished wonderful works of art with print
;. ase sbow;ne some Of their 1aost oor-
geous handiwork.
Rich and Handsomely Carved Real
lockwood and FIimoki Furniture,
Consisting of Arm and Sidechairs, Corner Chairs,
Odd Chairs Tabourets, Stands, Stools, Tables, ETC.
An exceptionally fine and elegant collection, TO
which we most cordially invite your inspection.
Fourth G !.t.., H., q
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
WOmen's Warm BathrObes
AS Xmas Gifts.

For man to & i've his mother sister or wife OF
tor women to present to one another Bath Robes
are generously bought at Christmas time. Light
and warm, of eiderdown and blanket cloth, every
one fresh, new and in pretty colors There is an
abundance of design this season. floral conven.
tIonal, new block checks and plaids. Some arl
with We neck, others with collars All are trimme
with dainty satin bands and finished with heavy
cord. Fastened in front with frogs and confined al
waist with silk girde
S2.75 to S1O.5O each.
Third 81.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
A House Trio.

Mr.. Wilson has not Yet accepted
the one-term dictum 10 Mr.. Brysn. He
may not. II lac does motif he decides
la leave the question with fate and
PARTY precedent then he viii be counted
in the equation for 1916. and have
certain advantages over all comp titors.
Suppose he achieves success in Office.
In 1916. in addition to the prestige
inhering in success. he will have a
large number of lieutenants IN good
places all ovsc the country, and all will
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
A Morbid Curiosity.

Il suppose you are travelling in Europe
for pleasure?"
Not exactly. l was seized with an UNI
cOntrOllable desire to see whether the
various famous places were really as
prosy and uninterestng as the guide
books made them appear"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
The Charm of Brevity.

Short simple words are best
No doubt of it. When you are speak
ing of extinct curiosities you talk of
plesiosaurus or pterodactyl. But when
you mention something of practical value
you mention d pig or a cow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
Progression in Promises.

DO you expect to keep all the promises
You made to your constituents"
Il won't have to- replied Senator
Sorghum. Il have thought out a lot of
promises so much more picturesque that
they'll forget all about the old ones.'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

0In order to avoid desvS account .,
nersonsI absence letters 10 TIE STAR should
not Re addressed to anv individual connected
with the Office. hut simply to TEE STAR "- :"
the Editorial or Business Department according
TO tenor purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
No Chance.

Il am getting so heavy that | am un-
comfortable said Mr.. Dozewell.
Take plenty of exercise"
THAT makes me still more uncom-
Portable
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
December Uncertainties,

Our Christmas climate, strangely planned,
Shows wildly varying powers.
Sometimes were throwing snowballs and
Sometimes we're picking flowers
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
Velour and Tapestry
Couch Covers.

An assortment of colorings and designs that
will conform with the environment of any room,
oriental conventional and verdure tapestry, plain
centers with borders. Also a rich showing Of
velvet and moquette couch covers.
$500 to $3.50 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

Occasionally "a scientist declares the
world is going insane. And every now
and then some representative of especial
learning ventures an observation that
leaves You in doubt whether it is science
or symptom.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
New Bed Sets.

\ new assortment made OF scrim with filer
antique and cluny lace decorations attractivey
and distinctly applied to produce effects that have
never been equaed in high character and beauty.
Others of bobbinette, handsomely trimmed with
Marie Antoinette and renaissance laces.
$500 to $4,000.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
New Decorated English Teapots.

An extensive variety OF Decorated English
Teapots is now being shown. Shapes and sizes are
ample to fill all the varied needs and requirements
Those in position to know state that tea made IN
these pots is finer, more strengthening than tina,
made in any other way, probably because they are
made by the English. where tea drinking first be
came generalized.
Csc to 7Sc each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

The number of distinguished and cap
able lawyers who are preparing to re-
sumo active practice should occasion gen.
eral rejoicing among clients.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

The camera man is something of an
annoyance. Yet it would be unfortunate
to have a President whose photograph
nobody wanted.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

In this short time the interest on Mr..
Carnegies remaining S2j,OOOOOO has
mounted up to what many people would
consider Il very comfortable sum.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

Any session Of Congress can find
large amount of interesting occupation
without going much further than the
appropriation bills.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

Now and then a court is compelled to
create more or less surprise by suggest
ing that there are a few interesting de-
vices that Mr.. Edison did not invent
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

Uncle Joe Cannon may be a few short
in votes in Illinois. but he continues to
hold the ovation record on Capitol Hill.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

The work of a session of Congress like
the present one seems comparatively
easy. But this impression should not be
permitted to mislead the next admins
tration.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

In most cases President soon realizes
that Inauguration day was the least of
his troubles.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

The appointment rumor has put the
resignation rumor away into the back
ground.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

Occasionally a small European country
seems TO gather an impression that war
is form of popular recreation
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

1t is dangerous to sacrifice good opin-
ions in the hope of winning enough
wealth to buy them back some day.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

This is the time of the year when the
tip GeniaIly masquerades as a Christmas
gift.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

Any man who. at this date, attempts
to predict Inauguration day weather is a
pessmist
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

rhc Evening Stnr. with The Sunday morning
edition. Is delivered by carriers within fhe cry
at TX cents per month daily only ., cents per
month: Sunday only. 20 cents Dpr month orn.Is
NAV hr sent by mail telephone Matn 2+4n
Collection Is made by carrier at the end OF each
month.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

Discussions OF peace terms call atten-
ton to the fact that there may be dollar
miIitarism as well as dollar diplomacy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
Excellent New FlanneIS.

Flannels for any purpose OF the best quality.
We mention particularly the suitability of whits
Aannels for making gift garments for infants.
Robe Cloths for bat robes. wrappers and kimono.
grounds with figures contrasting coors inch.1
wide
soc yard.
White Embroidered Flannel in scalloped and hem
effects.
soc to $500 yard
Eiderdown' Flannel, single and doublc-faced
fabrics, plain shades and white; 80 inches wide.
Floor Eleventh st
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
Genuine Imported Partisan
Ivory Ware.
Main floor, G.

Many will select this new and hand
some ware for Christmas presents.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

Entered sncond-r,aes mail matter at the posi-
Office at WASHINGTON. n. c.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
New Willow Furniture.

The present display records the most attrac-
tive and complete assortments we have ever
brought together Willow Furniture never inter
ested so many of patrons as now. Its nat
uralness and appropriateness give to it appear
ance of real comfort that is being taken advan-
taee of for refined furnishings and betterment of
home life.
New pieces of Fine Handmade French Will
low are shown in natural, brown and green, and
prominent are those of practical utility, such as
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

eavsh,n IN edvanre-hv mall. rcsts"" r-rnah:
nsffv. Sunday included. MONTY On ce1fs-
Daily Sunday eycerted month 40 cents
SATURDAY. Star, 81 year. Sunday S'ar- :" ~ year
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04

Business Once. nth st and Pennsylvania Aveare
New York Office Tribune Puildin~.
Chicago Office: First National Bank .IutdinG-
European Once: 3 Regent ST.. London. England.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
Beautiful Ennamd=cr0cheted Laces,
Marked at Special Prices.

1t is pleasure to to be enabled to OTTER
these Beautiful Laces at these savings. We were
fortunate in securing them at lower purchas-
ing figure than ever before, and the entire saving
is to be appropriated to the value of our patrons
Being crochcted by hand there are patterns
which cannot be produced in the ma
chine-1nade laces and the durability is well
known. Excellent for trimming linens, fancy
work and also for apparel
Csc, Csc and SOC yard.
Much Less Than Regular Prices.
Main nnr
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-04
Fine Beaded Net Tunics
Far Below the Regular Worth.

10 suggest these for gifts is to simply en-
Phaslze their fitness. Every woman realizes wha:
beautiful gifts they will make Their field of use.
fuinesS covers every formal need-gowns for
brides and debutantcs, for dinner and teater wear
and various social events
Fine quality net. handsomely beaded in silver
on white, gold on white. silver on gray, steel on
black, Jet on black. These handsome metallic
beads are applied so as to impart an unusually
rich and brilliant effect
Special price, $3.50 each.
floor. ST..
The Lemmon herald. (Lemmon, Perkins County, S.D.) 1912-1917, 1912-08-23
Swat That flV.

The Palace Hotel people, and
latterly several others, are now
daily living up to the spirit of
that modern slogan. They have
had u number of fly traps made.
and put them promptly into COM
mission. with the result that
especially about hotel back yards.
the life OF II fly is far from being
what it used to be. The first
trap made, after having been in
service two days only showed
what must be a million of the
pests in captivity, and if the
work continues, the fly nuisance
ought to be put in fair way of
being curbed.
The traps are simple enough
i'll contr,vane. A frame work in
.sllape like box is sided and
topped with wire screen. In the
bottom a "V'. shaped ridge is
inserted. and also completely
screened. save that along the
ridge narrow slit is left open,
large enough for the flies to
c awl through and into the cage.
The hox is then set anywhere
where flies are numerous. but SO
that it is slightly raised from
the ground, SO that the flies can
easily promenade about under it.
Anything that will attract the
flies is placed under the box. TO
attract them. and Immediately
the trap begins tc dc the busi-
ness. The flies crawl under the
box. attracted by the promise of
good feeding; when leaving, or
scared up, they naturally fly up
ward against the screen of the
ridge. Here tney settle. and
then crawling about, and gene al.
lily upward. they sooner or later
find the slit in the apex If the
ridge, and thus get into the death
chamber. where they gradually
kill themselves by over exertlon.
are starved, or may be poisoned.