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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-12-21

Eva B. Templeton, who is believed to
have told about a professional man,
whose name has been associated with
that of DR.. Knabe in the investiga-
ton.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-12-21

Washington-The establishment Of
a Chinese department store in Hong.
kong and the installation therein Of a
real elevator and electric lights, the
first of their kind in Chinese estab-
lishment in that city, is reported to the
department Of commerce and labor by
American Vice Consul General A. E
Carleton.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-12-21

Indications point to the voting Of an
indictment A reward of $500 has
been offered for the arrest and con-
viction of the murderer of the physi-
clan.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-12-21
Attend ThIeIke's Carnival Dance.

At K. of C. hall Thursday evening,
Dec. 20. Bleuer's orchestra. so cents
a couple, extra ladies, 25 cents
(Adv.)
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
Isidor Rayner.

Isidor Rayners death has occurred
most inopportunely from the point of
view OF his party. Had he survived. in
good health. he would have been I'M
doubtedly a source of great strength to
the democrats in the course of the next
few years, taking a commanding position
in the front rank of the majority in con-
troll of the upper House, contributing
yaluably to the debate and without ques-
ton cooperating tremendously with the
democratic President to the advancement
of his party's welfare. But Senator Ray
ner was more than a mere partisan. He
had lad long legislative training. He
first entered the Maryland Legislature in
1878 In 1856 he resigned from the state
senate in order IL stand for Congress. to
which he was elected for three successive
terms. passing from the Capitol to the
state house at Annapolis, where he served
four years attorney general, and in
1901 he was elected to the Senate. where
he has been serving ever since. his sec
ond term. that death has interrupted. ex-
piring in 1917 Thus he had several years
of assured service ahead OF him. and being
only in his sixty-third year there seemed
every reason to expect him to remain for
:, much longer period member OF the
Senate. Gifted with exceptional ability
as = lawyer and endowed with eloquence
of a high order. Isidor Rayner was ai-
Inirably fitted for senatorial work. He
was personally popular. and his sincerity.
his earnestness, his vigorous grasp of
every subject presented to his mind made
him one of the most striking figures In
the upper chamber. The state of Mary
land and the country lose heavily in his
untimely death.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
Mr.. Wilson and the Civil Service

From the Springfield Republican.
1t was freely predicted by close OBJ
servers in Washington last winter that
if any democratic candidate other than
Woodrow Wilson. possibly Mr.. In
derwOOd, should be elected. the classified
civil service, which rests largely upon eX-
ecutive order of the President. and not
upon statutory law. would be surrendered
as prey to the office-huntine spoilsmen.
Gov. Wilson'S reputation as a civil
service refOrmer is now fortunate
thing for him: it will make his task
easier because the spoilsmen will expect
less. But at that lie will have time
hard enough with Office seekers, and Mr..
Taft seems to be contemplati ting move
which i'm some quarters is rashly hailed
as shrewd politics. since it will either
force Mr.. Wilson to go back on his rec
ord a refOrmer or further reduce the
number of offices which he can fill with
democrats. But a larger view both OF
Mr.. Taft and Mr.. Wilson establishes Il
confident belief that Mr.. Taft is not play
ing politics, but is simply continuing to
do what he can to increase the efficiency
of the service. and that he will not only
have Mr.. Wilson's hearty approval, blu,
his intelligent gratitude for leaving him
fewer offices to be bothered with.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26

proportions in comparison with those
that have been held in the pension buiid-
ing, it would necessarily occupy more
than the space suggested, the rotunda
and the statuary hall. There would be
need of retiring rooms. If refreshments
We're served kitchen and dining room
would have to be provided. These needs
would encroach seriously upon the al
ready crowded space utilized for the pub
lie business. No matter on how simple
scale the function were planned 1t
would be necessary to disarranse the
legislative work for several days before
the Inauguration. those being the most
important DAYS of the session, when
everything is working at highest pitch
and there is need for every inch of room.
To be sure. the use of the pension office
occasions a virtual stoppage Of the work
there for a period. but this interruption is
not comparable with the effect that the
use of the Capitol would have for this
same purpose 1t would. of course, be
possible to confine the affair to simple
reception by the President in the rotunda.
with the entire building thrown open to
visitors without dancing or refreshments.
This. of course. would be a complete de-
parture from the idea of an inaugural
ball and the occasion would fail utterly
as source of revenue. 1t would be in
the last degree undignified to charge ad-
mission to such a reception in such a
building. Furthermore. it is extremely
doubtful whether the new President
would wish to be subjected at the close
of a fatiguing day to the great strain OF
standing for several hours shaking hands
70 ba fbnucan6S assembled,
AS the inaugural ball is now arranged the
President is not required to do this. the
actual reception being confined to the
official circle and. the chief executive
meeting the assembled people by appear
ing at a balcony and moving in the grand
march through the ballroom Ii the
government were>to take entire charge OF
all the inaugural ceremonies something
might be worked out along the lines OF
Mr.. Preston's suggestion. but without
such radical departure from custom II
is hardly likely that this plan will be
favored.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
Portieres, Table Covers, Scarfs,
Bed Sets and Artistic
Draperies,

An exceptionally large and handsome
showing. The color tones and richness OF
designs united with the fine quality OF the
fabrics evidence the beauty and artistic APP
propriateness of these home beautiiers to
wonderful advantage
VELOUR PORTIEREs-We feature special Sc
lection of Double Velour Portieres. with both
sides of plain shade. at S17oo Different colors
Velour Portieres $2S "a pair Other portleres. lii
good assortment-reps, armures fron frou silks
fast madras. etc, $3.50 pair and upward
TAPESTRY TABLE COVERS-A showing
which has just arrived; assortment OF colorings
and designs in of the usual displays Al.
"a. 81 and 1914 sizes. 800 to $1,000.
COUCH COVERS-Something suitable for
ROOM in the most worthy fabrics Rich colorings
and numberless designs $500 to $3.50 each
TABLE AND PIANO SCARFS-Of beautiful frou
frou silk Very rich and attractive effects a largo
and inviting assortment. Also Brocade Scarfs, in
handsome effects 75c to $3.50 each.
. VELOUR PILLOW COVERS-The most desired Pill
low Cover this season. in a wide variety of hand
plain colorings. with fancy designs and
escutcheons. in rich metallic other contrasting
tones Special price. $1.75 each.
BED SETS-Soft and Delightful Scrims. with the
finest cuny and let decorations in antique patterns:
also Bed Sets. with attractive lace decorations
to $4,000
Fourth floor. G
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
Mr.. Clark and Mr.. Bryan.

The effort to defeat Mr.. Clark for re-
election as Speaker because of his per-
sonal feelings toward Mr. Bryan will of
course fail. 1t was conceived in sort
of folly.
What have the two matters to do with
each other? The Speaker is a candidate
for reelection his record and his
merits He has made good in his office.
The democracy in the recent contest in
dorsed his course in 1t. His performances
were a part of the issue the democracy
presented to the people. He himself was
reelected as a member of the House on
the strength OF the services he had rem
deTed in the shaping of the party's course
for the presidential campaign.
Mr. clark. then. both as member and
Speaker OF the next House. will be
answeTa BILE to his constituents and to
his party at large He need not look to
Mr.. BRYAN for anything He need not. I'M
less he likes. accept his views about any
thing. Mr.. Bryan holds no commission
to direct any part of the program of the
next Congress. Nor will he be armed in
this way if he becomes Secretary of
State In that case he will be APP
: poinIec of Mr.. Wilson. and have his hands
fun of executive business. Propriety, as
we'll as necessity. will oblige him to
shiny on his own side.
This is not to say that Mr.. Bryan's opin-
ions about the legislative program will be
valueless. ON the contrary, they will
possess d good deal of value. and much
interest will attach to them. He has
done a good deal TO put the democracy in
power But they will not be binding on
VI ole nd In
able as they will be. if they are to
influence the situation they must he pre-
scented, not in the nature of orders from
headquarters, but as suggestions from a
friendly source.
Mr.. Clark has been under the fire of
certain men ever since the Baltimore
convention. 1t was first asserted that he
was indifferent toward the ticket, although
he had called promptly on Mr. Wilson.
offered congratulations. and pledged sup
port. 1t was then asserted that if re-
elected Speaker lie would use his place
to eInbarrass the administration and pro-
mote his own political fortunes And now
it is charged that he is cunning for Mr..
Bryan. and seeks ammunition in the
Speakers chair
There are, as stated, number of dem
oCratS who VIII sit IN the next House
fully equal to the duties of the speaker
ship But if i'm the circumstances and for
the reason offered MIR. Clark should be
set aside. and one OF them selected
10 succeed him as Speaker, the democratic
PARTY would blunder, and probably
fatally, on the very threshold of its re-
turn to power The proposition seems
prepoSterous
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
Dangerous Labor Agitation.

a verdict of not guilty has been rem
dered at Salem, Mass. in the case of the
three men charged with criminal cOntri-
button to the disorders resulting from
the Lawrence mill strikes, in the course
of which woman was killed. This case
has been on trial for many weeks and
has excited interest not only throughout
this country but in Italy, whence all
three of the defendants came. Doubtless
the verdict will be hailed by those who
have condoned the Lawrence disorders as
a justification of their militant methods
Of labor agitation. but it will be most I'M
fortunate if it is regarded as in any sense
a vindication of law defiance. There Is
no American tolerance for riOting, ana
II the foreign element which has supplied
the chief part of the disturbing force at
Lawrence and other mill towns where
labor disputes have led to trouble inter-
pref this verdict as a sign that they will
be sustained in the resistance OF the
police when they attempt to prevent the
operation of mills by others in case of a
strike they will be subjected to severe
punishment.
1t is significant to note that simulta-
neously with this verdict comes news or
the arrest at Utica. n. ". OF repre-
sentative of the Industrial Workers Of
the World. the organization which has
fomented most of the New England mill
strikes of the past year or two. This
man in the course of a speech to opera
tives of textile mills. designed to evoke
sympathy and aid for striking textile
workers at Little Falls, n. Y, threatened
to precipitate another Chicago Haymar-
ket riot and the assassination of police
men A Judge Of the city court was
present at the meeting and directed a
policeman to search the speaker for
weapons. He resisted and continued to
utter murderous threats until he was ar
rested and held I'm heavy bail.
One of the most urgent duties that the
courts Of this country have before them
is the suppression OF this incendiary cor
ganization. Tine outcome Of the Ettor
trial at Salem renders this more urgent
requirement. The man at the head OF the
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
Compulsory Arbitration.

The umpires who have just served IN
the settlement of the wage dispute De-
tween the locomotive engineers and the
eastern railways take the ground. in urs-
ing the adoption of a system of compul-
sorry arbitration, that this is not merely
matter resting strictly between the work
ers and the employers. but that a thlrd
interest is at stake, that of the public,
which uses and depends upon the trans
portation systems. To conserve this in
terest which is paramount. some method
should be devised to insure continuous
service by preventing periodical Interrupt
tons caused by the failure of the work.
ers and the companies to agree upon the
conditions of employment.
This is the strongest possible ground
upon which to urge compulsory arbitra-
ton. The railroad business is unlike
manufacturing in that it supplies a pub
lie necessity In the present state of So
ciety it is impossible to suspend traffic
without causing immediate distress and
untold losses to practically all the people.
No part of the country fails to feel the
effect of a railroad strike. leading to even
the partial slackening of the service.
This is not only matter of passenger
which supply the daily living necessi-
ties.
The public has the right to demand OF
the railroad companies that they ..--..n-
tain working relations with their en-
ployes 1t has also the right to demand
of the employees that they give continuous
efficient service or, if dissatisfied with
conditions. that they permit others to
work in their stead, SO that the trains
may continue to move without Interrupt
ton. To enforce these demands some
method should be provided some process
to insure continuous operation. The
compulsory arbitration system is a means
to that end. But it must be compulsory.
1t cannot be subject to the Willingness of
either side to submit dispute as to
wages or hours to an umpire or a board
or the Willingness to abide by the deci-
sion of such an umpire or such board
when rendered. There must be, in order
to conserve this paramount public right,
a law-buttressed system of automatic
adjudications, guaranteeing uninterrupted
service and at the same time insurfng
the maintenance of an equitable relation
ship between the workers and the COM
panieS.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
An Inaugural Ball Suggestion.

y suggestion has been made by an off,
cial of the Senate that the rotunda and
statuary hall of the Capitol be used for
the inaugural ball on the 4th OF March
next This suggestion is under consid-
Grafton, but il is hardly likely to appeal
sufficiently to members of the House and
Senate to insure its adoption. There are
two main objections to this plan. One is
that the inaugural ball under the present
conditions Is the chief source of revenue
:or defraying the general expenses of
he inauguration, and unless the entire
ceremonial is taken over by the govern
-aent, from the hands of the citizens who
have heretofore managed this affair, it
must remain the principal asset in the
inaugural business. It is not at all as
sured that IL the Capitol were used for
the ball Congress would consent to the
charging OF admission, as has been done
IN the past. Furthermore. the use OF the
CAPITOL would inevitably interfere serious
y with the governments business at the
time Of the greatest legislative pressure
Unless the ball were kept 20 very small
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
Fraud by Mail.
-Om the Philadelphia Ledger.

The action of the postal department,
whose inspectors have arrested or are
seeking to arrest 173 persons in - cities
for using the mails for illegal medical
practice or fraud. is likely to have far
reaching Importance. The postal de-
partment and the federal government are
not primarily refOrmatory agencies. blu,
the government undertakes to carry the
mail for only legitimate purposes and
certainly cannot afford to permit it to be
used as an instrument of crime. This
tremendous business agency, the post
office, offers an extraordinary Oppor-
tunity for the swift and efficient trans
action of business. and il it's functions
are to be perverted to base and criminal
uses the department becomes. by reason
of its very efficiency and widespread &C.
tivities a menace to the country.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26

organization IL known to entertain views
radically subversive Of established social
order. He has been driven out OF one
state because OF his mischievous actlv-
tiles there The society is proceeding
upon an anarchistic principle and Is en-
deavoring to organize all the trades on
the basis OF a general strike. threatening
reprisals against those who fall to join
and promising a program OF complete
overturn In the existing economic rela-
tions. 1t should be placed under the pan
in every state and fought vigorously.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
italian Cavalry.
From the New York Sun.

Brig. Gen. Edward ]. McClernand, who
was Skaters chief of staff in the brief
Santiago campaign. has been profoundly
impressed by the efficiency of the Italian
cavalry. He is reported as being loud
in his praises to the Count OF Turin The
training of the riding school in Rome
Gen. McClernand spoke of as wonderful
and the exhibitions he declared were ex-
traordinary. There are no harder and
more daring riders in Europe than the
Italian cavalrymen. and the system weeds
out the weddings. The United States
Army at present cannot produce their
equals In the mass; wherefore 1t is an
excellent thing for American officers to
see how fighting men are trained on the
continent
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
Cluny Lace Curtains,
Unusually Good Values.

A most timely offering in Cluny Lace
Curtains is made possible through our &C
quirement of special line, at prices incon-
sistent with quality and established market
value Every pair of curtains is splendid
specimen of this handsome lace, some witt,
edge only, others with edge and insertion
combined They are perfectly matched with
the nets and are in white and ecru shades
and sill and full lengths. We have never
been able to place such interestingly low
prices upon line of curtains at this season
of the year as we have applied to these.
S1.5O to $3.50 pair.
Scrim Curtains-A handsome showing of
Scrim Curtains, beautifully decorated with
antique fllet and cluny laces; some plain hem
stitched. Very desirable patterns for parlor,
dining room, library, bedroom, etc.
5000 to $500 pair.
Special in Scrim Curtains, 80 pair. A
regular $500 quality, and fine value at that
price Plain white, of very soft finish, with
hemstitched border. 2H yards long.
Fourth door, @ st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
The Returned Statesman.

The fancy vests that once he wore,
Next spring he'll put away;
He will not sit and cry Encore
While the musicians play.
Unto pink teas he will not go,
Nor join the dance by night.
He's got to go back home and show
Constituents the light.
He'll put his white kid gloves away
And journey through the land.
Where to the voters he'll display
a broad, toil-toughened hand.
No more social pet he'll roam,
But at an early date
He'll have to camp at home, sweet HON
And set those voters straight.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26

personal absence. letters to THE STAR should
not be addressed to any individual connected
with the office. but simply TO TEE STAR. or to
the Editorial or Business Department. according
90 tenor purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
Undaunted Enterprise

What did that snapshot man say
when YOU spoke long and harshly to him
for taking your picture?"
He thanked me-" said the eminent
parsonage. land said my chatty remarks
would go very nicely with the picture as
an interview
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
Sterling Silver am d
plated WAre-Splendidly va

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vite comparison. Fine Sterling
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Knives, Forks, Spoons and Ladies
in a variety of designs. Refined
elegance characterizes every de-
sign and pattern, whether it be
of simple or elaborate nature.
We invite inspection.
Main floor. Eleventh st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
Glad Prospect.

Give thanks with all your grate1
powers!
As autumn months now go
Well presently be picking flowers
Instead Of shoveling snow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
Choice Candies.

Chocolates with assorted filings OF fruits. nuts.
ices and made-up navors. in many shapes, Boo to
Coo pound.
Imported Hard Candies: fine fancy candies in
various colors and shapes. An excellent ard
dainty connection much used for table decora.
ton. Csc pound.
conserved or Glaze Fruits-choice fruits frn
beautiful In color AMI prepared from a recipe
that maintains all the delicious natural flavor
with that Of a novel confection. 6oc pound.
Jordan Almonds. in all navore and colors-per-
feet nuts. ideally candied. Coo pound.
After Dinner MINIS, lOc to 25c box.
Chocolate and Covered MINIS. Csc to Coo pound
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
Self=basting. Seamless Turkey
Roasters of "Wear=eVer'"
Aluminium Ware.

A demonstration of these Roasters now in
progress in Our Kitchen Utensil Department
affords much valuable information and
shows how simple and satisfactory it is to
roast turkeys, fowls and meats of any kind
with this new, modern rooster. 1t is without
seam or solder will not collect and accumu-
late grease. and is scientifically made SO that
the nutritious juices and elements OF the meat
are retained and do not escape in the cooking.
This rooster may also be used in countless
wavs for cooking and preparing fruits, vege-
tables. bread. etc, and will outlast any rooster
on the market.
S3.25 and S3.75 each.
We also call special attention to our .SPe-
cial' Self-basting Seamless Rooster, large
enough for lob. turkey Or roast; made IN
the best manner, of absolutely smooth metal
with round corners, and no seams or crevices
easily cleaned and will not rust.
S1.1O each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
Mistaken Idea of Gratitude.

IT suppose Uncle Growcher will be
miserable as usual the day after Thanks
giving?"
Yes. He's one of those unfortunates
who can't be thankful unless they are
getting more than their share"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26

The birthday dinner in honor of Andrew
Carnegie was the occasion of a gentle
mems agreement that the Laird of Skibo
has a heart that is in the right place
even though his checkbook may not al
ways land where he aims it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
Appreciation.

There was loud applause al the con-
clusion of your speech"
Eyes" replied Mr.. Longbreth. "A lot
of men applauded so vigorously that they
woke up every body else in the ROOM"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-26
Fresh Fruits.

The Finest Selected, Del1c1ou
Fresh Fruits, from the regions o
the country known to surpass II
each particular line.
Cape Cod Cranberries. 1oc qt.: 6 qts.. soc.
Bananas, dozen, 12c to 2Oc
dollhouse Grapes, H.. soc.
Malaga Grapes. h.. l5c.
Emperor Tokay Grapes, h.. 12c.
Oranges. dozen, zoe to Toe.
Indian River Grapefruit, dozen. Toe to $1.2o.
Apples, 4Oc to 7oc peck.
Grapefruit No. ca, dozen, 75c.
Grapefruit No. "a, dozen, s5e
Grapefruit No. 40. dozen. $1.25.
Bailey's Sweet Apples, peck. 4Oc.
Wine Sap Apples. peck. Acc.
Jonathan Apples, peck, SOC.
Stark Apples, peck. soc.
Mcintosh Apples, peck, 6oc.
Rabbits Best Apples, peck. Coo.
Kinnards Choice Apples peck, CSC.
Albemarle Pippin Apples. peck. Toe.
Chestnuts. h.. l0c.