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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Fires and Carelessness.

Monday the city Of Paterson. n. j.,
suffered from a fire that destroyed $500 600
worth Of property. In the dispatch de-
scribing il the fire is stated to have been
of unknown origin" This Is a stereo-
typed method Of expressing a condition
that is altogether too prevalent In this
country. Every IRE has. of course. def
mite. specific cause. II comes from cross
ed electric wires. from a match or ciga-
rette stump thrown carelessly into infiam-
niable materials. from overheated furnace
nue or steam pipe. from rats gnawing
sulphur matches. from children playing
With matches. from curtains blowing into
exposed gas jets. from the careless han
ding of oil or gasoline stoves. from un-
protected open CRATES. These are some OF
tho numerous means whereby flames are
started and property and sometimes lives
are destroyed There are others. but al
Of them are due in the initial circum.
stances to carelessness. inattention. fail
ure to observe regulations and the re.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Mr.. Taft at Yale.

The reason given for Mr.. Taft's change
If plan as to his personal future will
bring wide agreement with his views. A
return TO the practice OF law under the
limitations mentioned would not have
Welded him much profit or great pleas
IRE Only large cases would have been
attractive to him and have engaged his
hest powers. and they would have called
him into the courts presided over by
Judges of his own appointment. This
had not occurred to the pubic: but now
that the matter is mentioned the public
VIII appreciate and indorse Mr.. Tafts
high sense of things.
At Yale Mr.. Taft will feel at home. and
find field for much usefulness. a Yale
man, he will return to familiar haunts.
and old times will come over him. \
lecturer on subjects with which he is ia
n!liar. he will help prepare young men
for active life at a time when the re-
wards of activity for the worthy and the
competent are most alluring. His own re-
ward will be higher and more enduring
than money. With a comfortable living
assured, he can give himself up entirely
10 the pleasures of the best phases of
intellectual life amid thoroughly intel
l-ctual surroundings.
VII the chdnge initiate against the
possibility of Mr.. Taft's return TO pol
iticsa Some of his friends have not con-
sidered him out of the running for good.
ON the contrary. they have accepted the
November result as more an expression
of hysteria than measured thought, and
been inclined to the belief that four years
az democratic control might restore re-
publican control. with Mr.. Taft again
the party's leader. And they have CAL
culated on a benefit to accrue from his
for years been prominent in republican
councils.
Connecticut is. of course, a different
proposition. 1t Is eastern, and politically
untrnportant. New England has not fur
nished successful presidential candidate
since 1852. Franklin Pierce Won then.
In 1854 Mr.. Blaine was nominated. and
bcaten. He was too far away from the
two pivotal states. New York and In
diana, to swing either.
1t is not known if Mr.. Taft himself is
giving thought TO more politics, except
as party man who feels a little warmer
toward the old organization because OF
its reverses. But if the democracy fails
consp.cuously, and sentiment turns to the
republicans again. with a demand for the
renewal of the Old policies, fate may find
Mr.. Taft agJn. even in law lecturers
chair in a Connecticut town situated con-
Siderably baSk from the big road.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
An Expert Opinion.

You don't need no birds a-singin.
You don't need no blossoms gay,
Nor dc butterflies a-Wingin,
Fob to make a lazy day.
Behind dc woOdbox yonder.
Where a rockin' chair will fit,
You kin doze along an ponder,
WifOut Worryin' a bit.
An dc bacon dat's a-cookin
Sends a perfume mighty sweet;
An de flowers amt more good loOkin
Than dc things you's g'inter eat;
An no bird dat | remember
Beats de songs dat Mandy hum.
Dishere lOafin' in December
Well, it shO is lOafin' some!
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Mr.. Bailey's Speech.

! 1t is stated that Immediately upon the
reassembllng of Congress after the holt
| days Mr.. Bailey will address the Senate
on the leading issues of the day, and
particularly with regard to the influences
| they have eXerted and arc still cxerting
| on both of the two old parties. The
Texas senator is always interesting in
debate. and always assured of audi
| ence. He speaks with both clearness and
courage. and with preparation. No man
| in public life is better Informed as to
our origin and development as a nation
OF better prepared to discuss our history
| for the past quarter of a century. During
| the greater part of that time he has been
| leader in our political affairs. and a
distinguished contributor to congressional
deliverances and decisions.
That there are republicans who have
not felt at home in their party for some
time, and do not feel SO now, is 10 secret
They have deplored certain things oper-
ating on party policies. and have pro-
posed remedies. but without avail Still.
they are republicans, and not without
hope of seeing some of their remedies yet
adopted. They are still soliciting office
under the inspiration of that hope.
This is true also of many democrats
They have not felt comfortable since Mr.
Bryan established his national leader
ship OF their party. They questioned his
democracy then, and they question it
now In their eyes he was a populist in
1890, and is much of socialist today.
He has never been-and is less SO at
present than ever before-a representa-
tive of what they have known and sup
ported as democracy. Still. they are re-
naming in Office and fighting, in the
hope that-sometime, somehow-Mr. Bry-
an may he headed off. and democracy, in
its genuine estate. restored to its old
place and the old respect.
MIR. Bailey. although fighting man of
quality, is retiring from office because of
a lack of sympathy with present per-
formances and tendencies He has never
leaned to the republicans. and he leans
now from the democrats In a measure. he
finds himself without a party. or at least
without the power to influence the party
with which he has always been indenti-
| fed. Hence his decision to return to
private life. and observe developments
from place where no responsibility
| other than that attaching to good citizen
ship will devolVe upon him.
This should insure from such a man a
| speech distinguished by both grasp and
frankness. He is in position. and prob
ably in the disposition. TO free his mind,
and give everybody something to think
about. The announcement of his purpose
to sneak is welcome
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Lower Postage Rates.
rom the Philadelphia Telegraph.

FTOnl Tue PnIIduCIiula ItIeSTaph.
That it should be possible to send a
letter to the Philippines, for instance. for
the same two-cent stamp which would
be necessary to send it across the street
is rather an admirable state of affairs
from the standpoint of the long-dstance
correspondent, and the small rate charged
for the long distance shows the perfec-
ton of greater activities in the postal
service. Still, as charitable work is no
longer confined chiefly to sending mis-
sionaiies to the heather of far lands-a
very commendable activity-but is more
and more concerned with local affairs. sc
il is also that governments should nc
longer strive for perfection in large mat
tiers only. but should give equal attention
to perfecting small ones.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
The War Against War.
m the Springfield Republican

The growth of peace sentiment is dis
quieting the militaristc governments OF
Europe, to whom 1t appears as a malig-
nant parasitic growth sapping the ma
tons strength. In England the Tom
Manns are sent to Jail: in France the
band for their reasonable sentiments
There would really be cause for anxiety
to any country which had a monopoly
of this sentiment. But there is no such
monopoly. War is a game which. Were
their subjects wise, kings would not play
at" Their subjects are growing wise. or
at least wiser and if the doctrine OF
pacivism continues to grow as rapidly as
during the past ten years the militaristic
program will be seriously embarrassed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Furs Are Superb Christmas Gifts.

Especially do call attention to the gift Fur we
are showing the moderation of price which prevails not
withandng of the fur market affords
ing evidence facilities for selection.
Fur SetsNumerous Handsome Fur Sets creating I'M
interest their reliability unquestoned The skins
perfect correctly matched and together creating
and beautiful effect that be produced only with urs And
odsness of fus great this Not
warmth and beauty but coats costumes and
beautifully adorned with solely for trimming purposes
An especially attractive Christmas Fur is White
Iceland Fox. Shown in of exceptional attractive
ness consisting of large pillow muf and single and
%. double animal scarfs and shawls
Priced from 1000 $3.50, $500 to $500.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Japanese Mandarin Coats
Make Beautiful Gifts.

More and women looking for these Japanese Man.
evening and have an
whose completeness best told by the tact that no good
style has been omitted They the newest and most
wanted fashions natural that they would be desaDe
gift particularly when they charmngy dainty and at
tractve.
Beautiful plain coors and varied assortment OF the Woarous
combinations the Japanese prett unite WITHOUT the slightest
dcordant Many of them richly handembrodered
S1O.75, $3.50, $3.50, $500 to $4,000.
Each garment in separate box for presenting
o.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Plastic Art Ware
Selected With Fine Taste.

Many find this ware most &C
ceptable substitute for the more ex-
pensive art pieces. 1t is made of a
plastic composition that readily
lends itself to the production OF
artistic pieces, and its smooth,
glazed, ivory-like surface harmo-
nizes we'll with the furnishing of a
parlor, drawing room, music room,
library or den. Included are lions
of various sizes and in several po-
sitions, including the Crouching
Lion, Cupids, Figures Heads,
Venus de Milo, Winged Victory,
Heads of Composers, Plaques.
Pipe Racks, Jardinieres, Fern
Dishes, etc.
25c to $1,000 the piece.
Fifth floor. G ct.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
White ETand=EmbrOid=
cred Cushion Covers.
Main floor, G st. Entrance.

Muslin and Linen Cushion Gov.
ers, of the soft beautiful white ma
teriais, daintily or richly hand-em-
broidered in floral and conven-
tional designs, some in all-over
patterns, others in corner and
edge effects. Nearly all are fin
ished with gathered ruff1es Pretty
and useful gifts.
75c to $3.50 each.
Second floor, s.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
From the Boston Globe.

That too many people are being killed
and injured on our railroads all over the
country and that more attention should
be paid to safety Is conclusion of the
interstate commerce commission which
will meet with public approval. 1t clearly
appears that the nation has been over.
doing the effort to assure speedy trans.
portation, and the time has come FOL
greater precautions against accidents.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
The Christmas Crisis.

What will you.-give your young son
for Christmas?"
Il don't know said the anxious father.
Il hope we won't have to give him any
thing for it. But if 1t goes as hard with
him this year as it did last, We'll call in
the doctor to prescribe"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

wants what she wants when she wants
It is apt to get it. particularly because
she knows what she wants. But the
shopper who does not know what she
wants. and who. when given. advice. is
reluctant to accept it. is usually the one
who complains of being badly served.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Reasoning It Out.

so you are sure Santa Claus is a
myth?'
quite sure OF it," replied the preco-
cious youth. mo READ person could have
conducted the transportation enterprise
in which he has been engaged for years
without getting into difficulty with the
customs officials or the interstate COM
merce comnni Ssion.'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
On Sure Ground.

care you going to turn over new leaf
next year,?
Yes And this time I will not break
my resolution. ] am going to promise
myself faithfully not to keep a diary"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Beautiful Gifts for Women.

gift will be appreciation selection made from
beautiful Of the finest imported and domestic G1ea
tons Neglge House Gowns Dressing Sacques klonos bou
do Gowns Silk Petticoat Aprons and Silk Never were
they dainty and charming phase OF designing and max
ing. ..z oo
Matched Sets of Undergarments. SS"SW 10 SzS'
japanese Hand-embro;dered Silk Gowns $500 to $1,000
Oriental and Floral Silk Kimonos $500
Abatros Silk Kmonos plain coors S1S ana 1S'wW
Silk Petticoa plain and changeabe eects $40 10
Evening and Lingerie Petcoats beautiful TO
Ederdown and Blanket Northumberland. S2.75 to $3.50
rS"ey aprons oA""y 2Sc to ST. 90
Japanese Silk Wadded Jackets Observation-Disclosures. $500
and embroidered Boudoir Gowns silk and albatross.
Furs Are Cunerh Christmas Gifts.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
SHOOTING STARS.
BY FHILANDER JOHNSON.
Endeavoring to illustrate.

Father" said the small hoy what is
meant by the pork barrel in politics.
THE pork barrel. my son. is an irnagi-
nary receptacle supposed to have pork
as a completed product inside with a
cannibalistic assemblagc of the raw ma
terial on the outside
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

Oscar Hammerstein is finding consid-
cradle opposition to his efforts to re-
establish himself as a producer of grand
opera in New York. Even art develops
tho business freeze-out as one of its in
cidents.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

0fn order 10 avoid delavs on account o.
personal ahsenee lettsrs to THE STAR should
not b addressed to any individual connected
With the once. but simply to TEE STAR or I"
the Editorial or Business Department according
30 tenor purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

Sometimes it seems almost too much
to expect an assemblage of statesmen to
learn all about the details of vast and
complicated business system in one brief
investigation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

That resignation rumor circulated some
time ago with reference to President Mel
len merely had the customary effect of
rendering its subject more tenaciously in
terestsd In his position.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Utility Boxes and Chests
For Every Purpose.
We Quote Many Special Prices.

The designs styles will be admired for their undergraduates
and the low prices which able quote result spe
purchase which will
twood Importance prospective purchasers.
having these boxes designed and made We have exercised
ne care to secure within the requirements
su,1 snaces which housewives assign them homes
andsm
Special $2Oo EACH 81 90 to $1,000 each.
Red
""eS a'A naue anu
Special price, $500 ~ @. ~ - O., - 49,,
covered T4'oo " P~@oO CALL
Special price ST. 50 each andd proof 1880 ~ ~ ~
Bamboo Boxes +f for srt z waists can $I25o each
5000 each
lsze1
Special price, $3.50 each. - $1,000 each.
L nNrE Ct.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

Fashionable society is still in suspense
on the question of whether the incoming
President will insist on having the bicycle
recognized as the court vehicle.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

The price of eggs was reduced. Whether
the result is due to feminine energy or
the climate. the influence brought to bear
was exceedingly powerful.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Suggesting an Alteration.

Nothing on earth is all In vain. they say.
Even tho drowsy talk that makes you
blink
May stimulate some weary brain some day
To efforts on its own account to think.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

The problem Of suppressing gambling
is complicated by the innumerable dis
guises assumed by this particular form
of vice.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

The Balkan populace is not inclined to
interrupt its usual pursuits to gather
around the bulletins for news from the
diplomatic conference in London.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

While President Wilson is laying down
the law in Washington Prof. Taft will
be busily engaged in explaining it at
Yale
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

A presidential inauguration does not
consider the health OF those connected
with it to the extent customary in great
outdoor sports.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

Col. Roosevelt may yet be tempted to
take few college professorships in addi-
ton to a dictatorship of physical culture.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Italian Silk Blankets.
A Special Selling at Unusually Low Prices.

Extraordinary price concessions bring these
time offer exceptional gift possibilities made
doub attractive by the advantageous prices placed them
dainty and striking effects both striped and jacquard pat
terms highly desirable for couch throws and for decorating
1.-The or
Roman Striped Silk Blankets Silk Blankets, Jacquard pat
Regularly $I25. terms Regularly 500
Special price, 75c each. Special price, $500 each.
Roman Striped Striped Silk Blankets,
Regularly S225. crib size. Regularly S2.25.
Snecial price, ST 65 EACH. Special price, ST. Is EACH.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

One thing is sure. Whatever does or
does not happen. Col. w. j. Bryan will
be a very busy man.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Japanese China
A Showing That Far Surpasses
Our Best Previous Efforts.

year thought that the Japanese had reached thei
mt-hat impossible for them to enhance the beauty
designs originate and conceive effects that would
pleasing.
They succeeded beyond imagination Coorngs hav
been utilized and combined impossible other An
except the Japanese with such wealth of color
would be offensive and dastefu to refined IDEAS
To simplify gift selection have arranged many
pieces according price, that choice be made "
quickly
Many Beautiful Pieces and Sets are shown ait
ESQ., S5c, SOC, 75c, S1.OO, Sl.25,
S1.5O, S1.75, $500 and $3.50.
Gift selections should be made especially if
YOU want o odd original and unusual things.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

Publicity as remedy for economic
evils promises great and permanent pros
poets for the press bureau.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

Pattern Cloths, many excellent
patterns.
$40 to $500.
Napkins to match cloths and in
odd designs.
$IOo to $1,000 doz.
Damask Tray Cloths, plain and
fancy effects.
.3Oc to $500 each.
Doilies, hemstitched, scalloped,
hand-embroidered and lace trim
med.
$3.50 to $1,000 doz.
Matched Table Sets, consisting
OF cloth and and 1 dozen napkins.
$3.50 to $4,000 set.
All Linens attractively boxet
Second door, Eleventh ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

Like most people who are successful' In
business, J. Pierpont Morgan has never
been remarkable as loquacious man.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Suit Case Umbrellas
For Mems and WOfnen'S
Gifts.

OQU WSs
Especial attention is directed to
the novelties we offer in Umbrel-
las, representing the most distinct
i've and exclusive effects from fore
most designers. Our special Suit
Case Umbrellas meet a long-felt
want of the traveller, embody the
latest features Of this special make,
and are excellent values.
Suit Case Umbrellas Of black. union
silk, with wood handles. in natural. mis-
sion and carved, and some sterling &, On
silver trimmed Each.
Black Silk Suit Case Umbrellas. with
sterling silver trimmed handles. s. %
Also Women's Coiored Silk Umbrellas:
finished with attractive handles Of carved
and ebony wood.
$500 and $500 each.
Main floor. ST. Entrance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

\ man who talks too much about what
he is going to do is liable to have to use
up "A corresponding amount Of valuable
time explaining why he didn't do it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

London doubtless wishes its suffraget.es
would express their indignation by TAX
ing long walks instead Of throwing things
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Wo00w@r0 6 Iotbrop
NewYo

Open evenings Saturday. December FL; Monday, 3D. and
Tuesday, ~.
Gift certificates solve the gift problem when i'm doubt
permitting recipient to make personal selection AT
Cashiers Desk floor and issued for amy amount
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Leather Skins
and Mats.

Ooze Leather Skins and Mats.
with burnt border decorations.
The skins make very effective table
covers and wall decorations, and
the mats can be used i'll a highly
artistic decorative manner. A wide
assortment OF deep, dark-toned
shades.
Skins 800. .S1.75 each
Mats. 1Oc to ST 900
Fourth floor, 6 st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

Gov. Blease may have been persuaded
to handle himself with care as a high
explosive.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

Eight-day Mahogany Clocks, in artistic
shapes; hour and half-hour strike: ivory
or gilt dial.
$1,000 to $500 each.
Mahogany Ginning Clocks; striking the
hour and half hour; sweet-toned bells or
beautiful chimes.
$1,000 to $500 each.
-
Plate Glass and French Gilt Mantel
Clocks. in rich designs: plain and ornate.
$1,000 to $500 each.
Main nnOr Eleventh 81.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Beautiful Austrian Glassware.

Dainty elegance reflected this handsome glassware and
refinement charactez piece whether it be gold decorated
engraved plain The entire assortment
personal ection importation and grouped separately
Glassware Department for convenient inspection
different decoration used nearly every piece that
truly glassware of ndvdua glassware correctly expressing
the ideas of those demanding the best.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

Rich Brass Mantel Clocks, several
shapes and finishes.
5000 to S22. so each.
Plate Glass and Gold-plated Mantel
Clocks, with the best French works.
$500 to $1,000 each.
French Gilt BoudOir Clocks; tasteful
designs of beautiful simplicity or ele-
gance.
SIPS to $22. so each.
Folding Travelling Clocks. in leather
cases.
$500 to $4,000 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Fine Gift Clocks.
Lasting Gifts and Their Intimate
Association Makes Them Greatly Appreciated
Third door, G ST.

Our Clocks accurate tmekeepers well artistic orna
mens linking their practical and highly artistic
sessions effective combination There better
this Christmas remembered through the coming years
clock. And there better place then
from
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19

Pure Linen Table Sets, beauti-
fully hemstitched.
$3.50 to $4,000 set.
Hemstitched and Hand-embroid-
cred Linen Pillow Cases.
$2.25 to 5000 pair.
Hand-embroidered Linen Bed
spreads, single and "a sizes.
$1,000 to 5000 each.
IIand-embroidered Linen Tow.
els.
SAYS to $3.50 each.
Individual and Guest Towels.
25c to S5c each.
for presentation,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-19
Gift Linens
Sure of Warm Appreciation.

Gift hoosers have advantages here that be surpassed
and doubt they be equaled The assortment most