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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Mr.. Reds Successor.

Mr.. Taft is advised that Mr. Wilson
has already under consideration the i'm
portance OF the British mission, with
view OF making the best possible selec.
ton when the time comes. This indi-
Gates that the name OF Mr.. Reds sue
cessor will be sent to the Senate soon
after Inauguration day.
Mr.. Wilson will not encounter the diff
culties in the matter that Mr. Cleveland
did twenty-eight years ago. Then what
was called the Irish question figured in
American politics. and the Irish vote was
largely democratic. Twisting the lion 8
tail was feature of our campaigning
and the boss twister was the best vote
i;e;ter. Ambitious politicians studied the
ART of "a tail holt.
But as MI Cleveland saw, it would not
do to send "twister'' TO London: and
for little while he was at loss for the
right nnan-one who would not offend the
Irish Americans. or the people to whom
he would be accredited as the American
representative
Strangely enough. he was assisted in
solving the question by one of the repub-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
The Public Utilities Bill.

The District committee of the House
has had no meeting at this session OF
Congress owing. it is reported, to a mis-
understanding between the chairman OF
the committee and the members relative
TO the time and occasion of such meet
ing. and a resolution has been introduced
IN the House looking to the clearing up
of this situation to the and or starting
the committee a work upon the local leg
islative business. One item on the Dis
trict committee calendar should. at all
events. be promptly disposed of by re-
port TO the House so that action can be
had at the earliest opportunity This is
the bill already passed by the Senate,
creating a public utilities commission for
the District. to provide means OF regu-
lating the public service corporations.
There may be differences between the
legislation favored by the House commit
tee and the bill as passed by the Senate.
but inaction is way to compromise
them. and if the House committee does
not soon move to get this bill to the
House the session will come to a close
with no advance whatever toward this
greatly needed addition to the municipal
machinery of administration.
No more important matter has been adj
voCated relative to the District in many
years At the present time there is urgent
necessity for some form of public utility
reguIat ton and the occasion is ripe for &C
ton by the committee The Senate has
passed a bill which, however it may differ
in detail from the proposal of members OF
the House committee. who advocate some
form of public utility commission. never
theless affords an effective means OF en-
actment. The House committee can at
least report a different measure as a
substitute for the Senate bill. leaving the
adjustment of these differences for the
conference between the two houses when
the House bill has been enacted. When
a measure reaches the conference stage
it has an excellent chance of final pas
sage, but a bill that is kept in committee
is hopelessly pigeonhOled-
With presumably all of the members
Of the House District committee in favor
Of public utilities enactment, the con-
tinuance of the present deadlock defeats
their own object. They should at least
get together for one meeting. if possible
before the holiday adjournment. SO to
put this bill on the House calendar for
consideration and action on the next Dis
trict day.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Attractive Gift Suggestions.

Every of fashion is Immediately displayed in our
Department. attractive FORMS Confirmation of
this statement easily by inspection of
hage.
Recently selected many effects before shown
from the hands of the designers and makers embracing the
readiness the
buyer
Whether for simple lingerie waist with
scarcely elaborate beautifully
embroidered the completeness of the
make choice such your intention Moth
ing but could have inspired make such preparations
made of fine French lawns sheer voes and the modsh
crinklv crepes Each waist in a dainty box
Prices S1.50, 5000, $3.50, $2.95, $3.50 and up.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Republicanism and Progress.

Senator Prince of New Jersey, de-
scribed as republican. will be a candi-
date for the nomination for governor next
year. and says. as indicating his platform:
The republican party must yield to the
progressive spirit of the times
Admitted. Rat what is the progressive
spirit of the times? Who are it's repre-
sentatives. and how far and in what di-
rection do they propose going? Progress
Is imperative. There was never a party
that stood still; and certainly. at this
time OF day. the republican party could
not by any influences be held rigid in it's
tracks.
But in the matter of taxation. shall it
advocate progress out of the policy Of
protection: In the matter of trusts. shall
it advocate the smashing of business in
an effort TO correct a few abuses of ag
gregased capital? In the matter of the
currency. shall 1t advocate the overthrow
of accepted principles Of finance in an
effort to shackle the cunning of few
Wall street money kings? And in the
matter of the courts, shall it put the
judges and their decisions at the mercy
Of the experts and savants Of the curb
stone?
w ucISNcI the republican par SlcIuS
to that spirit 1t will cease to be the re-
publican party. Nominations in its name.
whether In New Jersey or elsewhere, will
not be worth a continental.
We are all adjured by an old saw to
free our minds of cant. Let us also at
this time free our minds of generalities.
some of which do not even glitter.
As for instances: How are we to re-
wise the tariff on the proposition that
protection 10 both unconstitutional and
injurious to business and yet cause no
alarm in business circles Protection in
some measure applies to all business
If, as stated, the trusts control every
thing-the markets. the lawmaking
bodies. the executives and the courts
how may their power be shaken short of
armed revolution? What is the value of
the ballot In dealing with a strange hold
like that?
Just what is an elastic currency"
SO based as to expand when necessary.
and to contract when necessary?
AS for the courts, how may they be
purified and strengthened by a provision
which would subject them to a rabble
review? They would be constantly under
attack. and harred Dy agitators so little
grounded In the principles Of law as not
to be able to state correctly the decisions
cited for recall.
The question for the republicans is not
as to whether progress is necessary. but
as to what is progress. A joke of the day
runs: 81 don't know where I'm going.
but I'm on the way" The republican
party must continue to move, but 1t
should always know the route and the
destination.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Women and Children.

The great resources of the Um-
brella Department have never
been better exemplified than now,
with such extensive choosing on
every hand and each individual
finding precisely the selection
wanted.
In handles Our displays readily
meet the demand for exclusive
novelties, from the plainly digni'
fed to the superbly elegant with
ornamentation.
Women's Silk Umbrellas, 5000
to $500.
Mems Silk Umbrellas, $500 to
$500.
Other Umbrellas for Men and
Women, $I.oo UP.
Suit Case Umbrellas, $500
$500 and $500.
Misses and Children's I'm
brellas, soc to $2.oo.
Boys and Youths Umbrellas.
$1.oo and up.
Main door. G Ut. entrance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
A Pillow Cover Free
With Richardson's Embroidery Silks
Second floor, G ct.

arrival large of Richardson's Embrod
cry Silk Pillow places in position duplicate
which with such pronounced and the
unanimous approval of Our patrons.
With purchase of six skeins OF Richardson's Grand Prize
embrodering these Pillow Covers will
absolutely free Pillow Cover The cover OF pure linen crash
printed diagram explaining exactly how ebroder the
pillows 8 presented each purchaser.
is ceent one, will probably
before Christmas advise those desiring
to purchase early
Special prics. 2sc complete.
Mainh Art prtment
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Novelty Gift Furniture.
White Emame1ed Frames With Cretonne-
covered Boxes and Sliding Sections.

The fact that this Furniture is of novelty character in de-
gree lessons practical and great desably Its specific
purpose for the woman bedroom, and for those carrying
dainty decorative scheme of and it will be
pecay appropriate Each piece ndivdua plain remark
able its artistic designing and extreme dainness
Various sizes of White Enameled Frames
are fitted with ONE more boxes, prettily
covered with beautiful cretonmes, for hats
shirt waists, shoes, veils gloves and also Sew
ing Stands and Baby Clothes Cabinets.
display is complete and specially provided
of Christmas shoppers The particularly
fine line prices are very moderate.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Wooden Dress Patterns
Inn Christmas Boxes.

past have selected from widely varied
Imported and Domestic Wooden Dress Goods the
attractive and coors and them lengths for
Dress opportunity for obtaining individuality al
endless fabrics for making kind of dress
atractivey boxed for presentation
Black and all colors shown, in many weaves:
Batiste, $500 and $1,000 pattern.
Cashmere, $3.50 and 5000 pattern.
Printed Chals, 5000 pattern.
Albatross, $3.50 and 5000 pattern.
Seitings 5000 pattern.
MoGnair $500, $3.50 and 5000 pattern.
Serge, $3.50 and 5000 pattern.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
American Cut Glass,
A Gift of Beauty and Excellence.

American Cut Glass the gift sentiment of Christ
1t ideal remembrance selections made here
obtain onlthe finest produced and the only
carry In richness and bancy beauty of
and of cuttings American glass has long been
ceded preeminence.
Gift in better condition than and
the exclusive cuttings of exceeding richness combined
the high quality and artistic merit of each piece adds much toward
satisfaction in making selections here.
Pieces included for practical and part
serving of the meal pieces for table onamentaon house
hold decoration.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Imported China Flowers,
A Novelty.

There seems no limit to the
number of Imported Novelties we
have secured this season, and a
most attractive one is China
Flowers. The stems, buds and
blooms are as natural in forma-
ton, shape and coloring as those
of nature. Included are roses,
wild roses, lily of the valley, rag
ged robin, etc. in clusters and
singly. Very attractive decora-
tons.
81 rs to $500.
Main door, Eleventh ST.. Art Room.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Evening Gloves.

Evening Gloves.
Mousquetaire, Suede and Glace Kid
Gloves, in s, l., 1G. 20 and 81 button
lengths, in white. black, pastel and all
correct and desirable shades for evening
and social wear. 500 to $500 pair.
Dress Gloves.
Pique and Glace Kid Gloves. in one
and two button and clasp fastenings,
with dainty stitching and embroidery on
Backs; white, black. navy. green, red,
gray and all shades to match the cos
tune. $1.N to 81 80 pair.
Street Gloves.
Walking and Street Gloves Of the cor
rect types, heavy outseam effects and
others Of lighter weight; an almost un
limited showing. in every correct shade
and style. SLIGO to $500 pair.
Main floor Center
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Christmas House Slippers
IrmDart a. Luxurious
Realization of Foot Comfort.

Men, boys and girls will welcome pair OF House Slip
for gift Slip your tired into pair OF resfu soothing
slippers and you will realize true foot ease and comfort
Slippers Indian ocasns Felt Opera Slippers and Romeos Tan
and Black Dongola Kidskn. Opera Slippers and Romeos
WOMEN'S SLIPPERS. S1oo TO $3.50 PAIR Included are
kdskn Felt Terry Cloth Furtrmmed Felt ulets Suede Dress
med Peerless Comfy Moccasns. Indian Moccasins
MISSES AND GIRLS SLIPPERS, S1oo AND SIPS PAIR.
Included Felt Moccasns Felt Jues and Indian Moccaslns
BOYS SLIPPERS $3.50 AND s2oo PAIR Included are
Gray Felt Romeo Tan kdn Opera Slippers and Patent Leather
and Gun Metal Cafskn Dress Slippers.
New Importation Richly Embroidered Turkish Slippers soc
pair.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
thoughtful Books ON
Present Day Problems.

SOCIALISM FROM THE CHRISTIAN
STANDPOINT. by Father Bernard
ism are here presented. from its ethical
and economic points Of vfew and show
that socialists cannot assume an attitude
Of neutrality or indifference toward Chris
tianity, but are compelled to regard It
as an imp1acable foe. G..
RAILROADS. RATES AND RDGUIA-
TIONs, by william z. Ripley. An I'M
portant and much needed study Of such
Of the railroad problems - 70 CONCERNED
with rates and regulations. Prof. Ripley
has made railroads his specially for
many years and In this book he dis
cusses the question temperately. q, ~
Price. PC'SO
CIVILIZATION AT THE CROSS
ROADS, by John Neville F1ggis- The
sweetness and light Of which We have
heard overmuch since Matthew Arnold
introduced this phrase to the world. are
really to be found In these lectures which
are clear-seein4 and noble estimates or
the tendencies Of present-day CIV O. r.
ilixation. Price. ..................'.". %A'~O
cHRIsT1ANIZINQ THE SOCIAL Or
DER, by Dr.. Walter Rauschenbusch. The
new social awakening Of moral a,
and religious forces. Pr1ce........ ply
CREATIVE EVOLUTION. by a, "a
Henry Bergson. Price............... wv
Main door. Tenth q.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

tainly. In view Of the fact that success
has been achieved Tor woman suffrage Ill
ready in nine OF the forty-eight states
without lawlessness or disorder. there is
no occasion here for circus proceedings
such as this winter march from New York
to the state capital.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

Entered a. eecopd-ciass mail matter az the poss
ONCE ut Washineton. D. O.

DIn order to avoid deiays on account a.
oersoual absence. letters to THE STAR should
not be addressed to any indvidual conD<cteo
Win the ONCE but simply to TEE STAR or Il"
The Editorial or Business Department. according
90 tenor or purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
The Coupon Collector.

The coupons I've been saving
Since about year ago
I am now in triumph waving
And my heart Is all aglow.
I have hats and ties and lunches
To my credit here and there.
l have sorted out the punches
And have several to spare.
/ will eat without misgiving
And wear socks of garish glee.
For the boosted cost Of living
Has no terrors now for me.
Yet I'm stumped while feeling richer,
For l cannot tell at all
If I want a near-silk pitcher
Or a cut glass parasoI.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Hand-Embroidered Linens for Gifts.

of particularly fine and excellent quality beautifully
embroidered and original floral
venonal designs which housewife and generally d
much great pieces and that be
obtained outside of this all
the customer; the prices the lowest
Hand Centerpieces S1 900 to S1 rs eacf
Hand embroidered Table Covers 5000 to $3.50 each.
Hand-embroidered Pillow Shams S3 so pair.
Embroidered Lunch Cloths S1 rs to $4,000 eacF
Linen Pllowcases, SIPS to S67S pair.
Handembrodered Guest Individual Towels, 62c and 7S
each.
each.
Hand embroidered Lunch Sets S785 to $500 each.
Madeira Embroidered Does inch S. OOl
5000 to S6.75 each.
ax1nAA ne.E
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
Noting the Difference.

II wonder if there is much satisfaction
in being the financial hacker of a candi-
date?'.
Not much replied Mr.. Dustin StaX.
While the candidate is graciously re-
spending to invitations to write In auto
graph albums, the hacker is away off In
some lonely place getting pen palsy writ
ing in a check book
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Cedar. Chests.

Cedar Chests, in a wide range
of designs, sizes and prices, of the
best southern red cedar, hand
some in appearance, some OF them
richly mounted with brass trim
mings and ali fitted with casters.
These make very attractive gifts.
$3.50 to $3.50 each.
Second floor. Eleventh st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Tampering With Prosperity.
n the Boston Transcript


The country's business. beginning to re-
cover with the great harvests Of 1912, 10
under attack. The political club is pound
ing away; not even a breathing spell Is
allowed Right at it they go. these re-
formers in Congress of various kinds and
degrees, hitting the head OF finance.
trade, speculation. albeit the last named is
all that the agitators admit they seek to
crush.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

Mabelle Gilman Corey says she cannot
live in America because il is too noisy
II is rather unkind OF dear old Broad
way not 10 be quiet for half hour or
50 while the lady takes promenade
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

Paint as a substitute for hosiery. as
suggested by one of the New York suf-
fragettes who will walk to Albany. has
Its practical advantages But they will
hardly compensate for>the sense of neg
lect when Christmas eve comes and the
other girls are hanging up their stock
ings.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Gut Glass at ST. .W-This

Gut Glass at s. oWW-This
season we have made unusual eff
forts to obtain high-class pieces
at this price, because of the many
who select gifts with this figure
as a guide. Our usual high stand
ard has been maintained. Includ-
ed are spoon trays, celery trays,
bonbon dishes, olive dishes. etc.
Fifth floor, G. ct.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

The ''spugs' have not been able to con-
vince any lady whose husband wants to
give her diamond sunburst that articles
Of that kind do not contribute either TO
intellectual Improvement or physical COM
fort
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Hair Ornaments,
corsags BOUQUETS.
BEAUTIFUL GIFTS FOR
WOMEN.
WOMEN.

Beautiful life-like flowers and
buds from an exhibit that is dis
tinctly new and without precedent
in extensiveness. These bear the
closest resemblance possible to
the natural flowers, and the
weight of the wrap or heat OF the
ballroom will not injure them in
the least. Single blooms and as
sorted punches and sprays.
SOC and upward.
Second floor, Tenth st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

Mayor Gaynor says he has jovial dis
position. A man with so priceless a pos
session is justified in becoming more or
less i,1itated with people who try to de-
mol sh
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
A Difficulty.

or course We want revision
OF our institutions great;
We must start with great decision
To revise and regulate.
But with sunshine in December.
And the coal pile holding out
We can't easily remember
Anything to kick about.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

The dove Of peace finds an important
ally in the financier who happens to
hold bonds OF a state with a warffke
population.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Umbrella Jars,
CT M IN &&
Toilet Sets,
SS.7S and upward.

To give an article that would Increase
ones toilet convenience is sure OF appre.
citation. Our extensive showing OF Tol-
let Sets Is very suggestive.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

1t is said that Gov. Wilson steered the
boat part OF the way from Bermuda:
little preliminary practice for the heavy
work on the ship Of state, no doubt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

Activities Of men like j. +. Morgan may
yet compel European art lovers to come
to the United States TO see the worlds
real treasures.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

It must be admitted that w. ]. Bryan
has shown great conposure in the midst
Of much agitation concerning his cabinet
prospects.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

In considering probable prices Of COAL
the consumer finds more encouragement
in the weather bulletin than in the
Supreme Court decision.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

Some OF Wall streets representatives
are inclined to go no further than to
refer anybody with questions to ask 70
the stock ticker.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

There will always be more or less dis
content so long as those who walk want
motor cars and those who have motor
cars want better ones.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

With a man In the White House who
regards answering 1000 letters as merely
a vacation incident an active admins
tration may be expected.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
No Progress at All.

From the Toledo Blade.
The world isn't growing much wiser.
Men continue to climb fences and drag
the gun after them.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Least of His Troubles.

From the Cleveland Leader.
Gov. Wilson will not have been back
from Bermuda long before he discovers
that the date of the inauguration Is the
least Of his troubles.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Good Pay, Good Mileage.

From the Chicago News.
Congress draws its salary just as IL 1t
were keeping busy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

Various Mexican communities proceed
TO a state OF anarchy without the trouble
of taking the red flag out of the bull
ring.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Holiday Gift Gloves
For Women and Children.

Whatever need in gloves for gifts for yourself
stocks afford satisfactory choice and widest possible asortments
which select Rich and is shades, and the
feathers soft and pab thereby assuring comfort Every pair
value.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

The parcels post system will encour-
age the rural tendency to combine the
post Office and the general store.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

and S5.1@Special tables ar
ranged at these prices furnish the
strongest evidence of quality and
values in Cut Glass that we can
submit. Included are Vases.
Pitchers, Salad Dishes, Fruir
Bowls. Trays. COMFORTS, Sugar
and Cream Sets, Mayonnaise
Dishes. etc.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Still a Live Issue.

From the Davenport Democrat.
In the meantime. the street car VEN
tilator should not be forgotten.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
New Fancy China,
Variously Priced.

French. German and Austrian china
fine quality. artistically decorated I'm
floral patterns. god stippled and gold
fncrusted. festoon border effects. etc. We
have chosen various pieces for table use
In the sam( decoration. permitting match
Ing of one pattern in any number of ar
ticles. This is a new idea. and affords
excellent gift possibilities
Moderately Priced.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17
Nothing Like That These Days.

How did Skimuels make his money!
''He was one of those old-fashioned
dairymen who left you in doubt whether
water had been put in the milk or milk
had been spilled in the water
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-17

Woodward e L0throp.