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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
A Get-Together Suggestion.

Mr. Hayes. a California republican, said
some things in the House yesterday
which his party friends would do we'll to
read mark, learn, and inwardly digest
The fact that he is an insurgent need
not be dwelt upon. His views are so
very clear and sensible. both insurgents
and regulars may find in them matter of
weight and immediate moment.
To the assertion. SO insistently made in
certain quarters. that there is need of
reform Mr.. Hayes agrees. Certainly
there is, and 1t should be brought about.
But why forget that many of our affairs
are we'll conducted? Why not felicitats
ourselves that corruption lacks great
deal of having the upper hand? What is
more easily demonstrable than the fact
that our public servants are as class.
capable and honest and making records
of which the country should be proud?
AS for progress. all want that. But
progress in reason-real progress-prac-
teal progress. Why progress to the ex-
tent of leaving ones own party for the
opposition when sufficient progress may
be obtained at home? What is there of
value from the republican point of view
which may not be secured through re-
publican conferences and concessions?
Why not patronize home-republican-
resources and purposes?
Mr.. Hayes tribute to the President is
certainly we'll deserved. Mr.. Taft has car
ried himself well in the White House. To
declare that he has made mistakes is SIM
ply to say that he has had an enormous
amount of business to attend to and has
shirked none of it. The absolutely impec-
cable official of his or any other important
grade is unknown to history, and likely
TO remain so. There is nothing truer
than that the man who makes no mis-
takes makes nothing. Risks must be
taken. Decisions must be prompt. Affairs
must be kept moving.
In summing up Mr.. Hayes goes straight
to the point He advises his party friends
10 get together and stay together. In
fact, they must do that, or go to defeat
next November as they did in November,
1910 A hundred and odd years ago Ben
jamin Franklin told the fathers at Phila-
deiphia that they must hang together, or
they would hang separately. So now. If
the republicans do not hang together
they will be certain to hang separately.
Two republican tickets this year would
mean democratic walk-over. A sulking
faction of republicans would mean a SUBJ
stantial democratic victory, although the
democratic vote might not exceed that of
1908. when Mr.. Bryan was defeated.
This is a strenuous day in strenuous
country, and at Chicago in June strenu-
Gus gathering will take place. Will the
republicans allow their business to get
out of hand? Not il such advice as this
of Mr.. Hayes is needed. Will there be
second to his motion in insurgent circles?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

attended ones. The superintendent, act
ing upon the advice of two of his sub
ordinates, has decided that it will be bet
ter to close some of the schools and con-
tinue the season with a smaller number
Of classes, this method being regarded
as giving the greater assistance to the
students.
This situation is by no means a novel
one. 1t has been encountered repeatedly
as appropriations have failed year after
year to meet the needs. This is because
Congress has persistently reduced the
estimates, which have been based upon
experience and not on theory. In fact,
this is the story of most of the troubles
of the District government, estimates be-
ing regarded as negligible quantities at
the Capitol. Under more scientific sys-
tenn of appropriations Washington would
develop much more satisfactorily and
rapidly.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
Conflict of Opinions.

No matter what you do in life,
You'll hear the old duet
Where praise that sounds SO gaily rife
Is mingled with regret.
Another's wish more than your deed
May bring reward or blame
Decreeing Opulence or need,
Obscurity or fame.
Be you philosopher or fool
A courtier or a clown,
In camp or in the cloister cool.
In country or in town,
Your worth unduly as they sing
Is magnified or shrunk;
Your friends say you're the real thing;
Your foes declare you're punk.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
Mahlon Pitney.
From the New York Sun.

From the New York Sun.
Chancellor Mahlon Pitney. assuming the
Senate will confirm Mr.. Taft's appoint
ment, will be the first native of New
Jersey to sit in the Supreme Court of
the United States. His professional quail
fications are attested by service of seven
years on the bench of the supreme court
of the state and four years as chancellor.
His judicial bent took him out of politics
early. One term and a part of another
in the House of Representatives at WASH
ington and one term in the state senate
sum up his political activities, and they
were never of a partisan character He
always kept aloof from faction, and there
is no better testimonial to his worth as
citizen than the fact that when the
republicans of New Jersey were in need
Of a high class candidate for governor
or senator pressure was brought to bear
upon Mahlon Pitney to leave the bench
and lead his party. He is a man of
high character and fine attachments.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
This Anniversary Sale Offers Values and
Share i'm the Great Savings.
Anniversary Special in
New Silk Dresses.

These Beautiful New Silk
Dresses were made by one OF the
most widely known New York
makers, from our own selection of
materials and in the designs and
colorings we desired. The quality
and style of these dresses are eX-
actly the same as in those usually
selling from SI6.75 to $500.
Foulards-spring's most stylish
silk. in black, navy and brown !;
Messaline, in stripes and dots OF
black-and-white, brown-and-white
and navy-and-white; various col
ors in hair-line stripes and popular
striped patterns with deep Dor
ders; also plain colors. Many
new styles, in sizes for women and
misses, 10 to az.
The low price which we OBJ
tanned from the maker enables us
to offer them at a considerable
saving.
$1O.75 each.
Regularly SOS to $4,000.
b;rdHn 4,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
A Fighting Machine.

From the Chicago Evening Post.
The army is at outs not only with Con-
gress but with itself on dozen different
propositions. Not long ago the Navy De-
partment was storm center. Now it is
the War Department. Our army is not
overbig. but every once in while it
looms SO that everybody sees it and hears
it. There is time for peace and time
for war. War has no place in peace time.
1t is possible that the Senate will
straighten out the army's legislative
troubles for it, but 1t remains for the
army itself to straighten out matters
which are not properly subjects for legis-
lation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
Anniversary Special in
WOmen'S Tailored Suits.


New and Stylish Suits just from
the hands Of the tailor-an adj
vance shipment OF 100, made ex-
pressly for this anniversary sale.
Five OF the best styles OF the sea-
son. and of fabrics that have been
chosen as the most popular
serges in blue and black, and
handsome and serviceable weaves
and shades in mannish mixtures.
Coats are in. slightly cutaway
effect-a note of distinction that
is embodied in all high-class
spring suits-25 and 70 inch
lengths, lined with peau de cygne
and messaline. Skirts are plain,
but elegant in their tailored sim
plicity: fasten on side with large
self-covered buttons, and all
seams hand finished.
Women's and misses sizes
from 10 to "A.
$500 each.
Regularly $500.
Third floor G st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
Reclamation of Men.
,m the Chicago Record Herald.

From the Chicago Record Herald.
We have schools, churches. settlements,
anti-crime and anti-immOrality agencies
of various kinds. OF these we may be
proud. But the work they are doing is
insufficient. Thousands in our slums and
colonies" remain unaffected by their
propaganda and example. Better educa-
ton, especially of the vocational sort,
better living and housing conditions, bet
ter amusements. better enforcement of
laws safeguarding order and decency
are among the most potent preventives
of ordinary delinquency and hooliganism,
even of such extraordinary, appalling
criminality as compels us to sanction, or
acquiesce in. appalling and terrible forms
of punishment. Let us do our utmost
to prevent, reclaim and save.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

From the st. Louis Republic
Various highfalutin versifiers who are
attempting to put our houn' dawg song
into Shakespearean or Miltonian English
are hereby warned off the premises. The
rhymes and tunes of the people are not
to be confused with any of these things.
Will the immortal bard of the houn
song please come forward, prove title
and get his, fiddle?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
Anniversary Specials in
Small Books, Called
"ClaSSiCS.'
Csc each.


Regularly soc.
HALF \ HUNDRED TITLES IN ALL,
these are few of them:
.'RA.PHAEL OF URBINO.'' by Sarah Il
Bolton: 30 pages; several full page
illustrations.
"BY THE STILL WATERS by J. r.
Miller; meditation on the Twenty
third Psalm. Beautifully illustrated.
THE IDYLLS OF THE AGES by
John f. Genung. Beautifully printed
in two colors; comparisons of Browning
and Tennyson.
THE INNER LIFE by j. r. Miller;
cover design in gold and white on blue
ground.
GREAT RICHES by Charles w. Eliot
Is chapters on the valuable things OF
life.
THE HAPPY FAMILY" by George
Hodges chapters on the duties OF
wife. mother and father.
SAUL" by Robert Browning-with
many illustrations by Frank /. Small.
THE POETRY OF THE PSALMS" by
Henry Van Dyke; printed in two colors.
'"THE WORLDS CHRISTMAS TREE"
by Charles c.. Jefferson.
.fsI.IMPSES OF THE HEAVENLY
LIFE" by ]. r. Miller.
THE HAPPY LIFE" by Charles w.
Eliot, with nine chapters on worth
whites.
BEAUTY OF KINDNESS" by ]. r.
Miller.
tGERMELSHAUSEN, translated from
the German by Clara w. Lothrop.
SHIPS AND HAvENS." by Henry Van
Dyke, printed in two cOiors.
AND 20 OTHER TITLES.
Main floor, Tenth ct.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
A Fine Foundation.

How is your twelve-year-old boy
progressing in his studies?''
Brilliantly. replied the anxious-look-
ing parent. 'tHe has thought up the most
marvelously extensive equipment Of
questions you could imagine. If he ever
acquires the answers to all of them he
will be the wisest man since Solomon.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
The Ciuareffe Barred

did you insist on having love, honor
and obey included in the marriage serv-
ice?''
NO. replied Mr.. F'limgilt; the only
thing 1 made my wife promise was that
she wouldn't smoke in the house.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

Twisting the lions tall was once
prevalent among jingo statesmen in this
country. Pulling the American eagles
feathers may afford the Colombian popu-
lace a similar satisfaction.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
Anniversary Special in
Women's White Waists.

Anniversary Special in
Women's White Waists.
Five values that are of COM
manding interest.
Pure Irish Linen Tailored Shirts;
also Cotton voile Waists, trimmed
with cluny laces.
S1.OO each.
Regularly $I.5o.
Lingerie Waists. in six styles. high,
low and Dutch necks, effectively trim
med with dainty valenciennes laces,
and finely tucked.
5000 each.
Regularly $3.50.
Fine Batiste Waists. neatly tucked
yoke and sleeves: front and back
trimmed with best quality valenciennes
lace;'a sleeves.
S3.@S each.
Regularly $500.
Sheer Batiste Waists. in beautiful
new style with Dutch neck and X
used in trimming.
$3.50 each.
Regularly $8.75.
A lot of king" Tailored Waists, of
linen, madras, lawn and dimity; va
rious good styles for which this make
is noted; sizes "a and So only.
S1 so each.
Regularly S.. 90, $3.50 to $3.50.
Third floor, st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
Rulers Like to Rove.

From the Columbus Dispatch.
No sooner had King George returned to
England than ne began laying plans for
a trip to Australia. Which does he Hike
best-the going, the absence. or the re-
turn?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

A man who can hold a disputed seat
in the Senate long enough to be thor
oughly investigated gets fairly long
term of service no matter what happens.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
Figuratively Speaking.

And what is the diplomatic CORPSE
"The diplomatic core" replied the man
who takes a pun seriously, sis what the
weaker nation is permitted to receive aft
er the stronger one gets through eating
the apple"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
The World Moves.

From the Philadelphia Ledger.
China has just celebrated it's last Chi
nese New Year. The western calendar
has been adopted by the republic Thus
is the cycle of Cathay brought into ac-
cord with the years Of Europe.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

Mexico is not making. much progress in
adjusting the economic situation which
develops too many soldiers and not
enough financially responsible taxpayers
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

No cold storage legislation can solve the
narrowing problem as to exactly when
the backbone of winter may be regarded
as broken
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

Col. Roosevelt will probably hold no
resentment because Mr.. Pinchot appears
to regard him as an available substitute
for Senator La Toilette.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

1t is just possible that Diaz could work
up an overwhelming popular demand for
his political services if he We're to re-
turn to Mexico.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

Oregon's advocates of the initiative and
referendum must now regard the wisdom
of the Supreme Court such as to leave
10 excuse for trying to submit its men,
bership to the recall
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

The announcements of what Mr.. Roose-
welt is going to say are made with such
explicit comprehensiveness that his re-
marks will be deprived of their customary
surprise.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

After fight across the Atlantic At
wood may come to regard the cramped
cabin accommodations of an ocean liner
es not SO bad after all.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

Now and then the attitude of a Central
American country shows a disposition to
bring dollar diplomacy" into practical
activity.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
Anniversary Special in
Serge Skirts.

Black, Navy and Cream Serge
Skirts, in women's and misses
sizes. These skirts are made in
one of the newest models, with
large buttons on side-a feature
that has been pronounced as one
of the leading spring styles.
Smart style, fine quality, best
tailoring, wanted shades.
S3.65 each.
Regularly $500.
Third foor st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
AN ANNIVERSARY
EDITORIAL.
The Correctness of Our
Merchandise and Mer=
chandising.

Of the many great elements and
integral parts of the success Of
this store. no one thing enters
more largely into it-has 50 much
to do with the prestige 1t has
gained and the good will 1t holds
than the MERCHANDISE 1t sells.
Always hiEh-Erade, reliable, sea-
sOnabIe, whether staple or novel;
ty, personal or household, there Is
mo deviation from cOrrectness-
quality in every respect has ever
h.ep our FIRST and foremost con-
alteration.
CORRECT MERCHANDISE AND
MERCHANDISING to us mean
serving our patrons well, antici-
pating their needs, separately and
collectively, being able to do the
things they expect Of us, and As
well as they expect Of us. We have
always endeavOred to do them
even better than they expected.
This great business and immense
building are a splendid tribute to
our EFFORTS monument that has
been made possible by the
people, builded by their help and
their unbOunded confidence In us.
In selecting and distributing we
have taken advantage OF every
oppOrtunity for betterment, Tor
progress, for advancement, along
dfxnihed, conservative, hut thor
ouxhIy modern lines. From the Sc
lection of the goods in the worlds
producing centers to it's delivery
at your doors, we have tried 70
comprehend your every desire, ana
to act upon those desires with
correctness, honesty, courtesy,
service.
These facts were never more force
fully set forth than they are now,
this THIRTY-SECOND ANNIVER-
SARY WEEK, but improvements
shall continue, even now are being
enacted, we shall keep going for
ward. but ever in the direction
which will be Of most service and
of the greatest value to our pub
lie.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
Worse.

Did that man pay for votes?"
''Worse'n that. He promised to pay for
EN- an then refused to make good,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
Stories of G.. w.

Those anecdotes which long have run
Oh, tell them not again.
The birthday of George Washington,
Let's keep it safe and sane.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

Arizona affords another example of the
success which comes from keeping ever
lastingly at it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

The position of Chinese president will
be as perilous for time as that OF
Chinese emperor was.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

Gen. Ainsworth's letters were positive
and attempted no concealment. The gen.
eraI was his own photograph.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

AS a means of suppressing scandal
the method applied to the Brandt case
looks like a failure.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
Anniversary Special in
CretOnne Table Covers.

An importers sample line of Fine
Block Printed Cretonne Table Covers,
in wide range of dainty colorings in
floral and conventional designs. The
great demand for these fine table COW
ers makes them unusual to secure be-
low regular price. The colors are fast
and will wash perfectly; 40 to As
inches square.
S1.OO each.
Regularly $2.oo.
Fourth floor, G st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
Anniversary Special in
Wide Vale Serve

An extensive assortment Of this hand
some imported suiting in the serviceable
shades of gray. myrtle, navy blue and
black. A special purchase for this sale
enables us to offer them at a greatly
lessened price.
Csc yard.
Regularly $I.75.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

ETIn order to avoid delays on account Of
personal absence. letters to THE STAR should
got be addressed to any individual connected
With the once. but simply to THE STAR. or to
the Editorial or Business Department. according
TO tenor or purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
Anniversary Specials in
Mems Shirts, Hosiery,
Bath Robes.

Bath Robes.
Coat-style Neglige Shirts. made
Of madras, percale and flannel,
with attached cuffs. The fannels
have soft French fold cuffs, the
others regulation cuffs. Neat and
desirable patterns in all fabrics.
S1e15 each.
Regularly $3.50 and $500.
Fancy Neglige Shirts OF percale
and madras, in coat model, with
cuffs attached; good shades and
attractive patterns.
5000 for 3 Shirts.
Regularly ST. 90 and $1.25.
Pure Thread Silk Socks, strictly
first quality and perfect in every
particular; full fashioned. Mostly
black, but a few solid colors are
included; all sizes.
3 pairs for ST 900.
Regular soc grade.
Black Cotton Socks, gauze
weight, subject to very slight
weaving imperfections, but per-
feet i'll texture, and entirely free
from holes or thread breaks.
6 pairs for Csc.
Regular 25c grade.
Terry Cloth Bath Robes, white
grounds with colored stripes, in
neat and very appropriate pat
terms; all fast colors. Made with
collar and fasten at waist and neck
with cord and tassel.
S3.4S each.
Regular $500 quality.
Main floor. + st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20

Anniversary Special in
WOmen'S GauZe Isle Hose
30 dozen pairs Women's Fine Black
Lisle Thread Hose, in the much-desired
gauze weight. They have double soles,
high spliced heels and double tops, in
creasing their service. Sizes to 10.
Special price, 25c pair
An unusually strong value.
Main floor, st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
The Evening Star Newspaper Company.

Business once. nth ST. and PENNSYLVANIA Avenue.
New York Once: Tribune Building.
Chicago Once: First Natioaal Bank Building.
European Once: Regent ST.. London. England.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-02-20
Anniversary Special in
Linen Suitinp.

One of the best values we have ever
offered this early in the season-50O
Yards 48-inch White Ramie Linen
Suiting. of fine quality. and a weave
that will find much service for suits
skirts, one-piece dresses, etc.
SOC yard.
Regularly 75c.
Second floor, st.
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p sy,sos IN sdysnsensy mall postage prep s
Daily. Sunday excepted, one month. 40 cents.
Saturday Star. 81 year. Sunday Star. 81 40 year.
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The Evening Star. with the Sunday morning
edition. is delivered by carriers within the city
ut IS cents per month; daily only. Is cents per
month: Sunday only. 20 cents per month. Orders
may be sent by mall telephone Main 2440.
Collection u made By carrier at the end Of each
month.
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Entered A. second class mail matter at the post
once at Washington. d. @.
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S1O.zS each

Regularly SIo.75 to $4,000. :.
Third floor. st.
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Second floor, F st.
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Anniversary Specials in
Dress Shields and Carriers.

A lot of Dress Shields, in several
weights. secured at an unusually low
price, and offered accordingly.
Pongee, zoe pair.
Regularly $50.
Ioc pair; six for SOC.
Regularly I5c.
Double-covered, 15c pr; 2 pr, 25c.
Regularly 25c.
A lot White Silk Corset Carriers of
good quality.
Csc pair.
Regularly soc.
Main floor, G st.