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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Bows Department.

A lot of Boys and Children's Straw
Hats. in desirable shapes. all sizes; 2oc
and soc each. Were 81 90 and 500.
A lot of Boys Fine Blouses. of tan
sosette and linen. with attached soft
collars; sizes g. TO- II, II and -; 5Oc each
Were s1.OO.
Atwood Suits. in double-breasted and
Norfolk styles, light and medium weight
materials in attractive and serviceable
shades of tan, gray, brown and blue gray.
Sizes to IS.
$500 and $500 each.
Were $500. $50, $3.50 and $500.
20 Double breaste All-wool Suits, in
gray and brown shades of several
varieties; well made, perfect fitting and
of good quality Sizes 10 to IS.
S3.75 each.
Were $500 and $500.
IA All-wool Double-breasted Suits, in
brown and gray mixtures: sizes 10. II,
la IA, 16 and II: 81 - each. Were $500.
A lot of Eoys' Washable Sailor and
Russian Blouse Suits. Of blue and tan
striped materials: sizes pig to 10; 95c
each. Were S1.25 and $50.
Is Double breasted Khaki Suits, with
knickerbocker trousers: sizes Z. 10. II. II.
H. IA and II. S1.?J each. Were 1915.
Third floor Tenth ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
The Lions Grievance.

The lion roared with Indignation.
Am l not the king of beasts" he
asked.
''Of course you are replied the lioncss.
Then why do they continue to refer
TO some men Of superficial accomplish
ments as a social lion. Are the elephant,
the tiger. the mule and the bull moose to
be recognized as leaders in the state.
while l am relegated to pink teas?'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
The Statement of Mr.. Penrose

Mr. Penrose asserts that Standard Oil
money found its way into Candidate
Roosevelt's strong box III 1904 We'll.
What of IL? Was il not washed clean
from that moment? Did the slightest
faint adhere after It's conservation to the
Roosevelt fortunes?
And Mr.. Penrose refers to his own
services to Mr.. Roosevelt in the same
campaign. Well. what of that Were
not all the other republican bosses now
under censure working for Mr.. Roose-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Financial Chemistry.

1T seems to me that after some of
these trusts have dissolved said the
puzzled citizen. they prove to be harder
than ever
THAT replied Prof. Hibrow, is hut
natural. A great many substances, after
they dissolve Immediately proceed to
crystalline
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

age of toll in human lives. for there will
always remain a degree OF folly and reck-
lessness and a spirit of defiance sufficient
to carry large numbers into this peril
Swimming lessons will reduce the danger
somewhat. but will never eliminate it al
together. The waves will continue to de-
mand human sacrifices.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
China Department.

Daintlly Decorated Austrian CHINA Chop
Plate. .,ur. Was SI.ap.
doz. White and Gold Eaclish Porcelain Afer
Dinner Cups AMI Sanccrs. 81 -. Was S2.o1
Decorated Austrian China Gravy Boat sta.
Was 81 -.
= DainriIv Decorated Austrian China covered
Butter Dishes. a..c each. Were Slop.
= Imported Japanese China celery Dishes sac
each Mere 81 80.
! Richly Decorated French chra Marina ade
Jar 81 -. Mas SD
I Imported china Na~c. Dresden pattern. - 20
Was s. 90
I'iftn floor. q
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
A Good Excuse.

FROM the Pittsburgh Chronicle Telegraph
Copperhead snakes are reported more
plentiful than usual in the country
around Apollo. That being the ease,
there is u fairly good excuse in that
vicinity for the man who is caught carry
ing flask in his hip pocket.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Housefurnishing Department.

at sl.oo: vas 3d. IS: at s2cs: was $500
shower Bath. damaged: $500. Was Slo a..
! Baby Jumper. damaged: 500. Was $500.
l Sewing Table. shopworn; $1.25. Was 81 s.S.
| Papier Mache Foot Tub. 100. Was S2oo.
/ Zinc-top Kitchen Table. slightly damaged.
500 Was $500.
= White Chambers. damaged: 15c each. were
zoe; al 2or each: we're soc: l at Poe: iuc.
I White Basin. damaged; 40c. Was 65c.
Fifth floor Eleventh
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Friday Clearance in
Millinery Department,

Children's I-ntrimmed Straw Hats in
various colors: also few rolled brim
effects.
&c each. Were up to SI.oo.
Women's White Rough Straw and Split
Braid Sailors some slightly soiled.
Special price, soc each.
Girls and Misses Tailored Hats finish
ed with bands: neat and acceptable
styles: black and colors.
Special price, $Ioo each.
Second floor, Tenth 81.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
An Astonishing Total.

The mathematician with marvelou
grace
Show conditions we cannot explain
AS they claim for the candidates now il
the race
More states than the map can contain.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Friday Clearance of
Women's Summer Shoes.

Small sizes in Women's Summer Foot
wear. including Plain Pumps and Two.
Three and Four Eyelet Court Ties.
feathers are gun metal calfskin. patent
coltskin and black Wei kidskin: plain
and tipped toes: sizes i'm the combined
lot-4la and 3AA. =. ~ and IA: g
and BIB; I, pig and &c: = and 30.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
An Engine of Peace.
the New York Evening Telegram.

From the New York Evening Telegram.
Biggest battleship in the world is to be
named the Pennsylvania. And Pennsyl-
vania was named after man who advo-
Gated peace and deprecated war. Well,
the biggest battleship in the world ought
to be potent discourager Of war
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Friday Special in
Valenciennes IaceS.

The highest quality French and German
Valencennes Laces are offered in this
Friday special sale at mere fraction
of their value. Every piece of edging and
insertion is without fault. perfect in
make: the widths range from L to 2h
inches. thus affording an opportunity to
secure trimming for various kinds of APP
parel at a notable saving
Special price, ooc piece :
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Where Next? :
I.ouis st-Dispatch.

From the ST. Louis Post Dispatch.
Middlepoint. Ohio. was just as good
place as any for the eighteenth hour Lake
Shore Limited to pick out as the scene
Of It's latest accident What the public
is more interested In is the name Of the
place picked for the next accident.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

No one would think of venturing the dis
courteous suggestion that the demand Of
foreign nations for free use of the Pam
anna canal is in the line of dollar diplo-
macy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
And these remnants:

IS Women's Swiss Ribbed Cotton Vests htrh
neck and short sleeves or high meek and long
sleeves: sizes a. and 8: lae each Were 80.
% Women'S Swiss Ribbed Vests. low neck
and no sleeves: lace insertion fronts: sizes T. s
and Il: lie each Were 2se.
Main floor 4 st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
Progress.

II see you devote a great deal of time
explaining the exact operations Of free
trade and protection"
Yes replied Senator Sorghum" l
have explained 1t so much that l honestly
believe am beginning to understand it
myself"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

Maryland experts say that oysters
should not be eaten until late in October.
BY that time the Maryland fruit crop has
had time to receive its full measure OF
consideration.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

E|Iu order TO avoid delays account OF
personal absence letters to THE STAR should
not be addressed to any individual connected
with the Office. but simply to THE STAR, or to
the Editorial or Business Department. according
to tenor purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Subscriptions.

Il don't think that l can subscribe to
all that is in your platform said the
cautious capitalist.
Never mind about the PLATFORM" re-
piled the energetic worker. How about
the campaign fund.-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

Miss Democracy should be relieved to
note that Mr.. Bryan has put on his coat
and collar with the air of man who
sees no immediate need of another rush
to the assistance of lady in distress.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Friday Special in
Women's Cotton Vests.

Swiss Ribbed Cotton Vests. I'm low neck
style without sleeves. very thin and COM
Portable for summer wear-:.o dozen.
Special price. I2I9c each. =
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
And these remnants

Chiliren's Checked Bingham Hats. m,lsh-
room shape. with button-on crown: 19c each.
Were soc.
| Children's AlroSe Mushroom Hat trimmed
With silk flowers. foliage and velvet ribbon:
s.. 100 Was $500.
Children's White Pidue Rox Coats. sailor
collar and trrr back cuffs. trimmed with EN-
broideTy Insertion: $500 each. Were $50.
:. Children's Yoke Dresses. tucked and finished
with featherstitching and hemstitch.ng, 15c
each. Were ST 90.
81
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

The Monroe doctrine, being something
of a permanent idea in governmental at
fairs, naturally comes in for dislike among
Central American revolutionists.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

circumstances lead Col. Roosevelt to
feel that there are men who may be use
full whether they a.e tennis players and
equestrians or not
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

Senator Aldrich a guest in the social
splendors of Newport has an opportunity
to study the countrys financial problems
from new angle.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Friday Specials in
Women's Umbrellas.

26-inch Black Union Taffeta Silk TIM
brellas. with mission wood handles.
Special price. 500 each.
16-inch Silk Umbrellas. in dark green
and navy blue. with carved ebony handles.
Special price, $500 each
Main floor g ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

Madame Curie is to have an eighty
building. in which to keep
a thimblefL1 of radium worth millions of
dollars The concentration of wealth pro-
ceedS
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Difficult Ascent.

There is always room at the top
YES" replied the policeman in the big
city. There is room, but it is hard to
get past the man higher up
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

Campaign calculations which sugges
possibilities instead of expressing precise
thought should be classed as mathemat
icaI metaphors.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Mount Debs.

From the Cleveland Leader.
While Mr.. Debs' presidential aspira-
tons are hopeless. he still retains the
distinction OF being one OF the country's
most interesting extinct volcanoes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

That Secretary of Agriculture resigna-
ton report has given out rain-checks so
often that 1t is bound to be regarded
with a feeling of uncertainty.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Banks and Campaign Funds.
ON the BOSTON HersIf

The money trust. ought to feel better.
now that the 1I.On banks and trust COM
panies of the United States are asked
by the national democratic committees ia
receive and forward campaign funds.
Foes ask no favors.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Professional Ethics.

From the Cleveland News.
1T doesn't seem quite professional of old
DIR. Bryan TO criticise the therapeutic
methods OF a more successful practitioner.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

The proverb He laughs best who
laughs last" has been referred to in q
manner which prompts the query. Can a
bull moose laugh?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Friday Special in
Chi1dren'S UndermuS1inS

Gowns, Drawers and Skirts of good
quality material: gowns are tucked and
finished with hemstitched ruff1e; drawers
and skirts tucked and trimmed with en-
broidery edge
Special price. 25c each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

The Evening Star. with the Sunday morning
edition IL delivered ny carriers within the city
ST q, cents per month; daily only. p cents per
month: Sunday only 20 cents per month. Orders
nav be sent ny mail. telephone Main 2i4O
Collection is made by carrier at the end of each
month
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

None of the men who appear to have done
the riskiest part OF the work In the Ros-
enthal case have savings bank accounts
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

The planks in last years party plat
form get about as much serious consider
alton as the weather predictions in last
years almanac.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
SI.Oo pair.
Were $500 TO $500.

A lot of Women IS White Canvas Pumps
plain and strap models. STYLISH and well
fitting: hand-turned soles and white can
vas-coyered heels: sizes i'm the coTs'binsd
lot. ,. 3E. 4. AZ and CA: ais. > and
1B; 2l2 :. ia. q. 6ia. { and SC: 2ie. 2. 4,
5l2, q. .. IL and SD.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
$I.e5. $a.as. Sa.5o and
S2os Each

49-$3s3 and $500 Silk Raincapes Sla5
each.
25-s3J0 Striped Japanese silk Waists.
81 ~ each.
1s-s4.0 children's Norfolk Sweaters.
$50 each.
25-S34 Natural Linen Skirts, $50 each.
16-$5.W White Pique Dresses. 81 81 each
3l-&.a5 Striped Wolfe Dresses. $3.50 each
as-S61o Fancy Lawn Dresses $3.50 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

a nickname is not essential to greatness
in craftsmanship. George Washington
was never called "Georgy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

The sporting editor of the Outlook is abb
solutely silent on the fact that the odds
against bull moose are 3 and to l.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Special price. 45c pair
And these remnants !.

-: pairs Women's Black Cotton Hose.
with white soes: medium weight: extra sizes
ST. and o: 25c pair Were SOC.
81 pairs Women's Black Cotton Hose slightly
imperfect: sizes 8. 3la and 10. lie pair; }
pairs for soc
Main floor + ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

PAYABLE in advance-by mail. postage prepaid:
Daily Sunday included one month. 90 cents.
Daily Sunday excepted. one month. 80 cents
Saturday star. 81 year. Sunday Star. 81 40 year
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

\ moving picture trust can at least be
acquitted of any charge of efforts to mo-
nopoliZe necessity of life.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
The Evening star Newspaper Company.

Business Once. 1ItlI st. and Pennsylvania Avenue
New York Office: Tribune Binding
Chicago Ofice: First National Bank Building
European ONCE: Regent ST.. London. England
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

Nicaragua is another of those countries
that need more libraries and fewer ar
senals.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

Entered as sccond-ciass mail matter at the post
Office ut Washington. D. e.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Friday Special in
Women's Boot Silk Hose.

in white. tan, black and navy blue-the
most wanted shades Excellent III quail
itV.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Friday Special in
Mems Black Cotton Socks.

Mems Black Cotton, Socks.
Gauze weight Black Cotton
fast color. made with triple
woven heels and toes and double
soles. Subject to slight imperfeo-
tons in weave, but containing no
thread breaks. All sizes.
Special price. g pairs for 75c.
Regular price, CSC pair.
Final clearance price has been
marked on all Mems Straw Hats
good styles and perfect IN
quality.
soc each. Were up to $500.
Genuine Panama Hats-best
shapes.
s2:o5 each. Were up to $500.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
And these remnants

AIlU IH6S0 TtIIIIIdIIIS
Is Tan and Black Leather Belts; size 81; Zoe
each. Were soc and Toe
10 doz White and Colored Madras Four
Hand Ties. q for 1oc. Value. 25c each.
Is Cotton Nightshirts, plain OF trimmed. We
neck or collars attached: slightly soed; size IL !;
39c each. Were ste and $50.
36 pieces Checked Nainsook Underwear ath-
etic coat shirts, sizes 40. A and Al: knee
drawers sizes 40. AZ and A: 25c each. Were
SOC.
Is White Chevot Ncglige Shirts. coat style.
with attached cuffs; sizes Il and 11La; 50c each.
Were S1.UO.
Rs Soft Negige Shirts coat style. with soft
fold cuffs: sizes 151a. 1872 and IL: soc each.
Were $1.0o.
Main floor, L st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Wash Waist Department.

Waists of Noiles. Batistes. Lawns, Lin
ons and Linens in fine or simple lingerie
models, and various tailored effects: some
of the latter with Numbered collar and
cuffs other with soft.
$40 Waists. $3.50. $50 Waists. Si.J0
$50 Waists, $50 s.. - Waists, S1.oO.
$29s Waists, S1.95 Slco Waists, 1oc.
Third floor. G
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WW000w@r0 6 I0tbr0p
New Observation-Disclosures.
Remnant DaY.

Disposing the August sales. which
Of fall lines The following suggestive of the reductions
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22

11S.OO EaCn.
3-Sa5o1 Tan Rajah Suits.
1-s43.D Tan Rajah Suit.
lp-S29..n Cream Serge Suits.
500 Cream Whipcord Suits
13$a2.J0 Black -and-W hite Serge Suit
$500 Black and Navy Serge Suits.
2S3otn Black Tussah Silk Suits.
4-S9.Jo Black Whipcord Coat Suits.
1-Ss3.@ Brown Crepe Meteor Dress.
2-S35.W Serge Dresses.
2!&35.n Crepe de Chine Dresses.
2S32. .m Pink Chiffon Dresses.
1-SS5.oo Light Blue Chiffon Dress.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-08-22
Special price. 500 pair.

Third floor. Tenth ST
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-21
MEXICAN NOMADS HERE.
Band Encamped in Northeast Wash
ington for Indefinite STAY.

An itinerant band Of Mexican gypsies,
which recently landed in Washington
after hard march from New York, in
in camp near the stone bridge at Rhode
Island avenue and oath street northeast.
The visitors. thirty-five in number, most
ly children, probably will remain in the
capital at least half of the summer.
In their lives of back to nature" poll
tics is not altogether overlooked, as
James Lucas. chief of the party. saws
that all are interested in the conditions
in Mexico and favor the revolutionists.
Eating seems to be one of the most inn
portant and interesting functions of the
gypsy day. Cooking is done over an open
fire, and typical meal consists of chick
en- and potatoes and coarse bread. Cof-
fee, without sugar or cream, and water,
are the drinks.
The encampment is composed of six
tents in semi-circle near q stream and
the stream may be quickly converted into
laundry. The style and extent Of cloth
ing worn by the small children are regu-
lated by the weather. The band expects
to fill engagements with local playhouses.
Marie and Amo. daughters of the chief.
cook the food. and are in general charge
of the home
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-21
BOATS BEING OvERHAULED.
The Alexander Wiley and Grape Shot
UNDERGOING Repairs.

The schooner Alexander Wiley, a lum-
Der trader to this city from river and bay
points. is at the Alexandria shipyard for
a general overhauling in preparation for
the summer and fall season work. The
hull of the vessel will be calked from
stem to stern and she will have the un-
der-water portion of her hull painted
before being put overheard.
The schooner Grape Shot. owned by
Capt. John Stanford of this city, is at a
marine railway in Coan river. Va. where
she has recently received a thorough
overhauling and Is now being painted and
decorated. The vessel, 1t Is stated. will
be used in the summer season for taking
pleasure parties from Colonial Beach on
fishing and sailing trips down the river.
In the fall she will return to the oyster
running trade between the Potomac beds
and the market here.
The little schooner j. A. Holland, which
recently received an overhauling at the
boatyard in Bretons bay, was in port
yesterday with a cargo Of lumber aboard.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-21
ANACOSTIA.

Whether or not the Anacostia Citizens
Association will conduct public exercises
the Fourth of July during the day and
in the evening have q concentrated dis
play Of fireworks is a question which may
be presented at the June meeting for de-
cision.
John E. Webb died early yesterday
morning at his residence. 213O 18th street.
following an illness of long duration. Mr..
Webb was born in Anacostia, the son OF
Mr.. and Mrs w. H. Webb also residents
Of Anacostia, and had lived here all his
life. A few years ago he married Miss
Rizpah Finotti. His wife and one child
survive him. Funeral services will be
held from St Teresa's Church, Of which
he was a member, Thursday morning,
and interment will be made in Mount OIL
vet cemetery.
Anacostia Tent, No. Z, Knights of the
Maccabees. met last evening in the local
Masonic Hall and admitted number OF
candidates to the order.
Anacostia Lodge. No. q, F. A. A. M.
met last evening In the local Masonic
Iall and transacted degree work.
Charles f. Roberts, master Of the lodge.
presided. Arrangements were furthered
for the excursion which the lodge will
give to Chesapeake Beach, together with
Electa Chapter, No. 2, Order of the East
ern Star. and Anacostia Chapter. No. Il.
Royal Arch Masons.
Mr.. and Mrs. William III. Cook, jr.. who
We're married recently in Baltimore, were
given q reception last evening at the
home of the brides uncle in Washington.
The couple will make their home in Wash
ington.
The Highland Athletic Club Of Anacos-
tia has added another victory to its
credit when 1t defeated the Newark Ath-
letic Club Of Cleveland Park. The good
pitching of Scott for the winners was
proba bly, the cause of the score of u to 5.
The team has many games scheduled.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-21

Harold e. Saunders, former Wash
ington boy, a member of this years
graduating class of the United States
Naval Academy. has made an unusual
record for scholarship, it is an
nounced at Annapolis, and probably
will graduate at the head of his class
next month.
Young Saunders. who was born in
the District Of Columbia, was appoint
ed to Annapolis by S. w. Smith. repre-
sentative from Michigan and former
chairman OF the District committee Of
the House. The appointment was made
on the recommendation Of the super
Of which city Saunders parents are
residents, the representative and the
high school boy never having met or
even seen each other.
The young mans record at the
Naval Academy has been unusual, and
his standing in all his studies for the
four years during which he has been
at Annapolis has been high. So good
were his marks that the Impression
existed that he might have broken the
held by Capt. David w. Taylor Of the
naval construction bureau, but 1t ap-
pears that he fell just a trif1e short
of this distinction.
Ii 1auuiloH " attaining FeHIdrkaOlc
standing as student he also has been
captain of the academy rifle team, editor
of the Lucky Bag, an academy publica-
ton, as well as leader in school activi-
ties.
Young Saunders is not quite twenty-five
years old, having been born in Washing
ton in November, 1890. His father is
Fred H. Saunders, formerly superin-
tendent Of building construction Of the
District. His mother, who before her
marriage was Miss Rose Stoll, was en-
ployed in one Of the government depart
ments and was an enthusiastic art
student of more than average ability