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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

the Monument, not because he was there
or because the shape or size OF the spot
suggested a man. but because some one
jumped to a conclusion and expressed it.
What gave it currency chiefly was the fact
that the other day a man did crawl up che
front of one of the local hotel buildings.
a feat requiring concentration and
strength and skill, but by no means sug-
gestive of the power to scale the abso-
lutely smooth surface of the Washington
Monument, inasmuch as the brick work
of the hotel building is broken by two
inch lodges at intervals of about, eighteen
inches. At that time 1t was stated that
the human spider was going to seek
permission, not to climb up the face Of
the Monument, but to jump from it in a
parachute, which is quite different prop
osition. The association OF ideas sufficed
to suggest automatically in some mind
yesterday morning that the human
spider" was actually crawling up the
shaft. and against law and reason and
common sense 1t was believed, and
there are possibly people today who
yet think that there was actually a
man on the marble wall, although the
spot had faded quite out of sight by
$50 o'clock. 1t is interesting in this
connection TO note that belief in the
presence of a man on the shaft persist
ed even in the face of the demonstra
ton that the spot on the east wall was
caused by water. Several people as
serted that they had seen the man
climbing up the north face and that
the water spot on the east face, which
they freely acknowledged, had nothing
to do with the case. This is what
might in the vernacular be called
ina gination, and then some
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

refuse to indorse Gov. Wilson, and go to
Baltimore in comforting mood as to the
strongest man all things considered.
The thing of course works both ways
The opponents are no buster than the
supporters of the governor. AS the case
has developed difficulties the Wilson
boomers have developed greater industry
They are working harder than ever 1or
knowing that IL New Jersey should re-
fuse the proper support, either by split
delegation, or one uninstructed, their can
didate would almost by the act be put out
of the running. Success at Baltimore
would then be next to impossible.
The fight for New Jersey is just be-
ginning, and will continue for fortnight.
Gov. Wilson will direct his own cam
paign and canvass the state. AS candi-
date for governor he exhibited talent for
stumping. and as the present stake is. by
far, greater than the one for which he
was then contending, he may be expected
to put forth greater efforts to please
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
Violence at the Coal Mines.
ON the New York Tribune

From the New York Tribune.
Collective bargaining never appeared at
a worse disadvantage than as 1t has
been carried on by the coal miners
union. Work is suspended pending the
reaching of a new agreement. Why in
collective bargaining is 1T necessary to
stop work while reaching a bargain? In
no other kinds of bargaining is it neces-
sary to cease operations while carrying
on business negotiations. And now comes
the outbreak of violence at the mines.
The workers attacked were not strike
breakers, but men whose continuance in
the employ Of the mine operators was
sanctioned by the miners union leaders.
They were not "scabs." There Is no
strike officially. The victims of the as
saults were stablemen and carpenters do
ing incidental work about the mine prop
erty. The attacks appear to have been
concerted, as they were made in various
places by bands of men who were not
recognized where the outrages were COM
mitted. Unionists may have had no part
In them. But the slow and bungling way
in which collective bargaining has been
conducted by union leaders. who have
let the terms become a matter of inter-
nal union politics. has resulted in inham-
ing the disorderly.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
A National Guard Armory.

The bill introduced in the Senate yes
terday by Mr.. Gallinger providing That
the Secretary of War be. and is hereby,
authorized and directed to enter into con-
tracts for the construction of an armory
building for the National Guard of the
District of Columbia" reopens a campaign
which promises good investment for the
United States and also promises to fill
an old and urgent need in the District of
Columbia.
The National Guard of the District of
Columbia stands high in comparison with
the organized militia of number of the
great states. 1t is a federal organization,
exclusively under the control of the War
Department. The adjutant general of the
District militia is always a regular army
officer detailed by reason of his reputa-
ton for wisdom and efficiency. Inspec-
ton of each of the units of the guard
is conducted by regular officers detailed
for that work. District guard officers are
no longer elected, but are commissioned
under examination, and achieve promo
ton from rank to rank by examination.
The examinations are real and substan-
tial tests of a mans fitness to command
so far as this can be determined by ex-
amina ton that is both theoretical and
practical
The District guard suffers many dis
couragements. 1t overcomes them but at
heavy personal cost to officers and men.
The War Department compels certain
standards of efficiency and sets mimi
mum strength below which the units OF
the guard must not fall. 1t is a heavy
tax on guardsmen to maintain the re-
quired strength. Under existing condi-
tions recruits are not easy to get, and
generally not easy to hold after the ex-
piration of one enlistment.
One of the chief reasons why interest
in the District guard is not as active
and widespread as in New York, Massa-
chusetts and other strong guard states
is the lack of proper armory facilities.
The social and good fellowship feature
is essential in guard work. and this
languishes because the companies are
packed away. in dark little rooms. in most
cases insanitary, in various unsuitable
rented buildings. Armory facilities in the
District have been repeatedly reported
on by regular army inspectors as dis
graceful. OF course. the guard has many
troubles and perplexties. but the proper
settlement Of the armory question would
smooth away the chief difficulties.
The time is ripe for a persistent active
and direct campaign for an adequate Ma
tional Guard armory. The site proposed
in the Gallinger bill is tentative, and is
open to serious objection inasmuch as it
is part of the city's most important public
park. If Congress will not seek to solve
this problem at the cost OF reservation
space the citizens will welcome the
Cd of To or, oy1i1 ion
that stands for the public security.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
Capable Moth defying
Materials Are Needed
at This Time.

Those who would safeguard
their winter garments. bed cover
ings, etc, should prepare them
now with these certain safe
guards; they are inexpensive, but
OF the, utmost value.
Oriental. camphor substitute, pckg.,
1Sc: observation-disclosures. s.. N
Lavender compound pckg., 1oc; doz. 81 IL
MOTH Crystalline. pckg-, 10c: doz. 81 OF
Tarine Moth Sheets. size 40x4S inches:
ooz ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. 5Oc
Ulster Bags. size 3Ox6O inches each. 6Jc
Manahan's Overcoat Bags, size 30x5O
inches. each. Observation-Disclosures. jOt
Sulphur Candles. each. ...........5c and 10c
Wayne Cedared Mothproof Paper
Wardrobes, each. upward
Fifth floor Eleventh ST
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
Tree Planting by Senators.
From the Boston Globe.

From the Boston GLOBE.
A new and sentimental custom has been
adopted by the director Of the Capitol
grounds at Washington In inviting each
senator to plant a tree, the tree there
after to be known by the name of the
public man who set it out. Senator Lodge
has set out red oak, symbolic of the
new kind of tree in the Harvard yard.
Other senators are trying to decide what
to plant The custom is truly beautiful.
Moreover, 1t will enable some OF our pub
lie men to leave behind them in Wash
ington a useful reminder of their serv-
ices, as otherwise the capital would con-
tain none.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
The Impossible Ideal.

That fellow in the picture ad
He causes me regret.
1t often leaves me strangely sad
That We have ever met.
A stunning suit of clothes he wears,
He shaves himself with glee,
No matter where l look he stares
Contentedly at me.
He eats all kinds of breakfast food,
He smokes all kinds Of weed,
He strikes a graceful attitude,
And bids you pause and read.
That picture fellow haunts me still,
And leaves me feeling grim,
For, buy and struggle as l will,
| cannot look like him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

DIn order 10 avoid delays account or
personal absence. letters TO THE STAR should
not lie addressed to any individual connected
with the once but simply to THE STAR. or to
The Editorial or Business Department, az riding
10 tenor or purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
soc each, and upward.
Mems Sprimg=Summer Shirts,
COlOred and White.

71 entire stock complete endorsements
J and designs and ready demand Styles patterns
SN color treatments vary greatly-so do the prices
Throughout the entire showing only
nave oeen permitted to enter them and make they the
best that be produced by skilled
no better shirts than the
ing from
Sl.OO to $500 each.
Shirts at ST so eac-An unusually strong line At this
price makeup color finish they will
The materials include percae madras soisee
all Sizes
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

Government officials are bound to be
more or less at disadvantage in hand
ling big combines. A great corporation
invariably has a most ingenious and per-
suasive way of representing that any
thing it desires is for the public good.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
A Natural Impression

What was that gorgeous pageantry
with elephants. prancing horses and
multitudinous band wagons" asked the
man from the wilderness.
That was circus parade"
us that all? / thought maybe Roosevelt
had been elected and this was Inaugural
ton day"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

A suggestion has been offered that
union station for ocean liners be built
at New York by the government. The
popular inclination just now is to have
the government interest itself in the
steamboat business morally rather than
financially.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
Less Elaborate.

II can remember when you didn't dress
for dinner" said the old-time friend.
II always dressed for dinner" replied
Mr. Cumrox, although / admit it was
simpler in the early days. Then dressing
for dinner consisted merely in rolling
down my shirt sleeves"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
Glad Prospect,

Il hear they're going to have moving
pictures in the schools said one youth.
YES" replied the other. IF they keep
on making our studies so entertaining
recess will seem fearfully monotonous."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
New White Pique Dresses
At a Special Price.

eMPORTANT price concessions by the maker and
III necessary place these dresses sale the very low
m price of 1896 There hundred in the lot Of high quail
wdewale pique this fabric that decidedly
and fashionable
Two styles select from, with collar. cuffs and
the other with dainty embroidery yoke and skirt The
and best ideas introduced the styles which all
will admire, and all
Ideal Dresses for outings and general utility
providing their vacation apparel should them All
en- and misses.
S3.95 each. Made to sell for $500.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

Emperor William took a pick and help
ed dig up an ancient temple at Athens.
The emperor could not be more energeti-
cally versatile if he were trying to keep
himself at the head of a great republic
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

Walters in big New York cafe struck
because they disapproved of the head
waiter. AS usual, the most serious IN
convenience was suffered by persons
having no interest in the quarrel.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
MouthpieceS,

II object to the use Of dummy directors
who do simply what they are told
Well" replied Mr.. Dustin Stax, Il
don't know that a dummy director is any
more helpless as a personal quantity
than an instructed delegate or a member
Of an electoral college"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
Special Values at S6.95 and $1,000.

prices have had made expressly for Couch
qualities before attempted such moderate
prices They large comfortable thoroughly
strictly sanitary and only the highest grade materials
ployd No would expect to get such hgrade Ham
manufacturer and placed orders for quantities
far exceeding those of previous seasons
Fourhd oo-E venhs
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

Woodrow Wilson perceived the advan-
tage in candidates being his own
advance agent, but did not put the idea
into effect with anything like the vigor
Mr.. Roosevelt has displayed
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
Revolving Yard
Clothes Dryers.

Afford great drying space in
form. easy to reach AM
handle; may be folded and re-
moved when not in use.
$3.50 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
The Election Habit.

II more elections people seek,
To vote men must appear,
Three times a day, six times a week,
Each week in every year.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

Voting in national convention is liable
to increase rapidly in interest after the
first one or two ballots.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
Still at It.
From the Chicago Tribune.

From the Chicago Tribune.
In it's dignified New England way,
Massachusetts, Is still trying to straighten
out the tangle of its recent primary cleo
ton and find out how 1t really meant 70
vote.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

The coinage of a half-cent will enable
the purchaser to demand the exact
change when he buys two-for- a-quarter
article.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

The old maxim about wealth failing to
bring happiness receives further indorse-
ment in the criticisms of the will Of the
late John Jacob Aston.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

Mrs. Jerry Simpson is not the only
medium through whom the public is re-
ceiving large amount of populistic dis
course.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

Before inquiring whether Theodore
Roosevelt will bolt it might be reasonable
to ask whether he has not already done
so.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

The Taft-Rooseyelt duel Is distinguished
by some fierce encounters of seconds, as
well as principals.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

couch or bed hammock practical piece of urniture
for real service pleasure
than style hammocks-in fact not mucand ali
of utilized 1t does not and none of its
goes waste.
You can see Gloucester Hammocks herethe only place
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
Exceptional Values i'm
Women's Combination
Suits.

Cotton Combination Suits. in a
fine ribbed style, some of the
drawers with tight knee. others
in umbrella effect and lace trim
med. They are qualities that will
wear to the best advantage, and
particular attention has been paid
to style and details, adding both
to their service and neatness.
Csc, 35c, Soc, Csc and
ST 900 each.
Much better values than ordinary.
Main floor st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
This in China.

From the Detroit Free Press.
The new President of China says now
that he wants only one term. and, being
a Chinaman, he may mean 1t.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

The Evening star with the Sunday morning
edition lis delivered by carriers within the city
at AZ cents per month: daily only Is cents PER
month; Sunday only. 20 cents per month Orders
may be sent by mall telephone Main 44O
collection is made by carrier at the end OF each
month
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
Entangling.

From the Pittsburgh Dispatch.
A Presidential preference primary that
gives the votes to one candidate and the
delegates to another reduces the whole
business to absurdity.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

Political interests are sufficiently d.
vided this year TO make the possibility
of another landslide rather remote
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

PAYABLE IN advanre-bv mail postage PREPAID:
Daily Sunday included. month. so cents
Daily Sunday excepted. one month 40 cents
Saturday Star, 81 year. Sunday Star, - 40 year
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

Maryland now realizes the feelings OF
Africa when it found Bwano Iumoo
on the war path.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

Entered as second -cIass mail matter at the post
office at Washington. D. c.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
The Evening Star Newspaper Company

Business once. nth ST and Pennsylvania Avenue.
New York Once: Tribune Building.
Chicago once: First National Bank Building
European once: Regent St. london. England
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
A General Need.

From the Boston Herald.
What we need is not a new kind Of
coin but more power to the Old
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
Mems Wash NeckWear
I'm New and Original Designs.

n what results obtained by foreign
Hill makers OF ashable Ties The
u1 shapes equa-peraps surpasshe silk productions The
eign fabrics with the foreign of
are rich and handsome and the showing
and fine.
SOC each, and upward.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
Women's Dainty Umdermuslims
Unusually Fine Qualities at S1.OO.

717SS1 HEN the unusual merit that have OBJ
NIN IL tanned in these undemusins there will
NS necessity urging them purchase The quality
the fabrics. the neatness of the trimmings the OBJ
served details of workmanship the number of styles is
above the average
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

NiKht Dresses, Of good quality white.
pink and blue crepe. wolfe and fne Main
sock. low round or square neck and short
kimono sleeves, trimmed in various styles
with linen or valenciennes laces and
dainty embroideries. beading and ribbon
Nainsook Drawers, straight and circu-
lar styles. trimmed with fine laces and
embroidery.
White Long Cambria Petticoats. with
hounce of tucks and linen lace insertion
and edge, or with embroidery rune.
Excellent values at
Third Anor Eleventh. ct.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
The New Wash Suits
Are Well Liked by Boys.

c(NUSSIAN Sailor Blouse Wash Suits great
V variety of styles and large of plain coos and
HIM attractive striped effects made perfectly plain others
- trimmed with and brads The duck gala
linen Russian styles sizes = sailor styles
5 to
S1.OO to 5000 each.
Washable Coat Suits Norfolk jacket double breasted
rep linen crash khaki in white blue
gray Just carefully styled and tailored wool Sizes
y to 49,
S3.75 to $500 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

1 here IS nOthlnR mOre 1utdI 1Ol
summer comfort than a Couch
or Bed Hammock, which can be
used anywhere-under trees. on
porches, in tents. dens and bun
galows; used indoors it quickly
becomes the most popular piece
of furniture in the room for both
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08

Nainsook Chemises, trimmed with dainty
embroidery or valenciennes lace edge
also French Chemises. hand-embroidered
in pretty floral sprays.
Combination Garments, corset cover and
circular drawers or corset cover and
short skirt, variously trimmed with
pretty laces and dainty embroideries.
Nainsook Corset Covers, simply or elab-
orately trimmed with German valen.
ciennes laces and insertion, or with fine
embroidery edge. beading and ribbon.
81 90 the garment.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
[ he SmarteSt Tailored Suits.

bring stocks to the minimum and help OF
best makers do the offer this excellent value
W in suits of the highest character and of the popular
and desirable fabrics and color
Black and blue takes foremost position this sale hard
twisted diagonal plain and wotoned whip
cords the favored for tailored Also represented
fancy stripes and modish shepherd checks
Fresh brand-new, upo-date styles including Norfolk and
blazer effects which the latest conceptions from the fore
fashion auhortes strictly tailored and
models giving the best ideas Some of the
coats braid trimmed relieved from their severely tailored
by buttons engtenng feature plain and
fancy
Purchasers will find advantages inviting usually
the in sales of this kind complete range of sizes
Values, $500 to S29.50. Sale price, S15.75 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-08
The Gloucester" Bed
OR Couch Hammock.

INF OR indoor or outdoor use.
sir and they make possible
.IN solid comfort and rest
W. wherever they are used.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1912-01-04
.FLYNN-JOHNSON
FIGHT ASSURED
Jim Corbett May Train the
white Hope" to Fight
the Negro.

Chicago. H.. Jan. THE date Of the
Jack Johnson. Jim Flynn fight sched-
uIed TO take place some time before
uIy (. viii be announced within the
next 10 DAYS. This statement was made
by Jack Curley, Flynn's manager, mere
today -
Whether the fight viii be held At
Windward and Metropolis, Ney-. VIII
be made at the same time The SAT-
Lake promoters who are to finance
the fight are expected to decide on the
town when they arrive here TO CONFER
with Johnson and Curley early next
in an effort to develop Flynn along
scientific lines, Curley is trying TO en-
gage James ]. COrbett- Tommy Ryan
and Abe Atteu to train the pueblo
fireman
Johnson will do his preliminary work
for the battle here. He now is in good
condition and says. If necessary, ne
could enter the ring on rev weeks
Later in the day Johnson announced
that the formal agreement Tor the
Flynn fight would be signed SaIur-
day afternoon in a downtown hotel Inc
HEAVYWEIGHT champion said that the
details Of the proposed fight with NC
Vev would probably be made public
next week and a formal agreement
signed then by himself and Tom An
dreWs.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1912-01-04
NEW BASKETBALL
SCHEDULE MADE
Snappy Games Are Prom
ised During January
and February

The basketball fans Of FL Paso have
a bunch Of snappy basketball games IN
store for them from the schedule thaI
is now being prepared. The first reg
ular game viii be played saturday
night. January s. in the ~ gym, be-
tween the "Y and iii teams.
A basketball team OF the T. P. d. J.
has been organized and they viii play
their first game the same night
against q picked team from the Com
mercial league Of the W This game
viii follow the "Y''-"Hi" game.
On February 8, the ''Y' team viii be
pitted against the A. & NJ. team. from
Mesilla Park February 9. there viii
be a double header with a game be-
tween the girls Of the A. d ~. and the
girls Of the Hi and the boys Of the
'iHi'' and A. & NJ On February p, the
'HT' and "Yn meet again. and on the
23d and oath Of February the basket
ball tournament of the Southwestern
Amateur Athletic federation viii fur
nish enough excitement for the most
enthusiastic fan In this tournament
about u different towns in the south
west VIII have representative teams.
So far but one out Of town trip has
been arranged for the ''N' team. On
February 16, they play a return game
with the A. & II. team at Mesills Park
Two games viii be played between
the soldier boys of the T. P N J. and
the 'TY" and the ri" teams. the dates
OF which have not yet been set The
''Y''-"IIi' game Saturday will be ref
creed by ChenOWeth.