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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29
Tariff, Trusts and Currency.

Naturally and properly, there are to be
hearings on the tariff question. the trust
question and the currency question. All
three relate intimately to business, and
business men have views about them they
desire to submit before legislation is put
into shape. The legislators, too, should
profit by all suggestions from experienced
and well informed sources
1t Is a little surprising to learn. how
ever, that some persons are expecting &C
ton on all three questions at the extra
session. Have they considered how diff
cult and important all three are. and how
much time each has consumed In Con-
gress when taken up hitherto?
The record as to the tariff is luminous.
In the last thirty years Congress has had
taxation under discussion half dozen
times: and on every occasion the debate
was protraCted. 1t is bound to be pro-
tracted again. The House, with its enor-
nous majority and rules for closing de-
bate may hurry revision along, but when
tie matter reaches the Senate the pace
will be slow. Hurrying the Senate has
never been accomplished and is not pos
sible now.
The trust question has engaged less at
tention. but whenever taken up in any of
the antitrust law was enacted, twenty
two years ago, has the curbing of mo-
nopoIy been more popular topic than
today. 1t IS beloved of the politicians,
AMI when they tackle it. On the stump
or elsewhere. they indulge in world of
talk.
.Sot SO much has been heard in Con-
gress about currency reform. but enough
~ hoy hot han, hn of Ttin at
last arrives remedies galore will be sug
gested, and discussion of them take a
wide range. The difficulty in dealing with
the subject is much the greater because
Of a long delay. Congress should have
reformed the currency scheme years ago,
and has frequently been urged to do SO.
Mr.. Wilson. of course is advised of the
situation, and must deal with. it in his
message to the extra session. Will he
make recommendations on all three sub
jects. or conf1ne himself to one? And. IL
to one which one? The tariff? 1t was
on that subject the democracy carried
the House two years ago. and both Con-
gress and the presidency this year. Why
not the tariff, therefore. as a single prop
ositi0n until disposed Of the trusts and
the currency coming on later and taking
their turn when the coast is clearer?
The democratic dilemma Of twenty
years ago related to two very important
subjects--the tariff, and the silver ques-
ton. Each had advocates insisting on i'm
mediate action, and choice between
them had to be made. Silver was put
ahead Of the tariff. and something like
chaos followed in the combination which
had triumphed at the polls the previous
November. Then blunder followed blum
der. until the browning blunder--the Chi
cago platform OF 1S96-sealed the fate Of
the democracy for sixteen years.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29
Cleanliness and Health.
From the Cleveland Leader.

From the Cleveland Leader
The Netherlands, as all the world
knows, Is a country streaming with water
water in the rivers, water in the canals
water bombarding the bikes Of the sea
coast, water pumped by myrsads of wind
mills and water splashed around by un-
counted mops and washcloths. Much OF
the time there is water In the air, for
Holland Is a rainy land Of mists and
fogs. Many Americans who are not over
fond Of water. applied externally or used
internally think that such conditions
must naturally breed colds. rheumatism,
influenza, bronchitis. pneumonia. tuber-
culosis and other diseases which are
often associated with dampness and
chills. But it appears from Of1cial sta
tistics that the death rate In Holland is
wonderfully low. The great Dutch cities
put to shame the most fortunately STU
ated and best governed centers OF popu-
lation in America in respect to the annual
rate Of mortality.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

rail after It had been laid as a result OF
the heavy wheel pressure. He formally
expressed to the Interstate commerce
commission that the limit Of endurance
OF steel rails has been dangerously ap-
preached. and indicated that II this is
true the remedy lies not in increasing the
weight Of the rail. but in diminishing the
intensity of the wheel pressures and low
ering the direct compreSsive and bending
stresses. He has been dispatched to the
scene Of the Glenloch accident to make
such inquiries as may be possible. The
Pennsylvania railroad has itself recog-
nized recently the wisdom of lessening the
wheel pressure on the rails by 1engthen-
ing the running time of certain fast
trains between New York and Chicago.
along with the New York Central rail-
road with which it has been engaged in
a virtual rivalry OF speed in that serv-
ice. But accidents continue to occur. 1t
is possible that the trains remain too
heavy. The adoption Of the steel car,
while lessening the risk Of destruction in
case of q collision or a derailment. has
added to the weight Of the train. Trains
of ten cars are not uncommon nowadays.
and while. of course, the weight upon a
given rail point at q given moment is not
increased in the least by the addition OF
coaches to the train, nevertheless there is
a possibility that the strain Is actually
intensified by the increase In the num-
Der of wheels passing over such point In
quick succession Furthermore, with the
addition of cars to the trains heavier To-
comotives must be employed, with ire
mendous hammer blows on the rails by
the counterw Fights Of the driving wheels.
The remedy may lie in the adoption OF
electricity az a motive power, SUBSTITUTE
ing the rotary engine for the reciprocal
ing and thus eliminating the hammer
blow" which is believed to have the most
serious effect upon the track. The sub
ject demands the most exhaustive In
curry. and public safety requires positive
remedial action with the least delay.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29
The English Suffrage Campaign

Englands militant suffragettes proceed
from one stage OF folly to another IN
their misguided effort to coerce the Brit
ish government into granting legislation
admitting them to the vote. Having
failed by means of "heckling" pubic
speakers and annoying ministers. they
adopted the expedient of wholesale de-
struction of windows in the shopping
district At Dublin two Of them under
took to set fire to theater and one
threw a Ratchet at the prime minister
on the occasion of his visit to the Irish
capital Now a threat that was limited at
some time ago has been carried into ex-
ecution, and unidentified 'militants are
putting acid, varnish and other sub
stances, even lighted oily rags, into the
letter boxes in order to hamper the work
of the postal officials and to arouse
public sentiment. These appeals to the
public are strangely couched in terms
that would seem to promise rather
storm of indignation against the suffrage
cause than any measure Of advocacy.
OF course in tampering with the mails
the suffragi SITS are striking at the people.
The only real sufferers from such de-
structive enterprise are those who use
the post In some cases letters have
been completely destroyed and in others
the addresses so badly affected by the
substances put into the boxes that deliv-
cry has been rendered impossible. 1t is
not known yet how persistent will be this
attempt. OF course, the government Is
taking immediate steps to check these
outrages, detailing police to watch the
boxes But it will be extremely difficult
&c oI,c ion, ~
pillar post in London for thousands Of
them are scattered throughout that great
area. and if the suffragettes are deter
mined to pursue this line of campaign
they can doubtless elude the observation
of the police sufficiently to carry their
crusade to a most destructive extent.
1t is altogether likely that some of the
offenders will be caught, and then the
spectacle will be repeated Of convictions
and sentences to Imprisonment. with re-
sistance of the prison rules and possible
forcible feeding, with the inevitable de-
nunciation Of the government by fervid
suffrage agitatOrs who hold to the doc
trine that it is wrong for the law to be
enforced against offenders of this type,
who claim immunity from punishment on
the ground Of their cause. The govern
ment cannot afford to hesitate in the
slightest In this matter of the destruc-
ton of the mails. IL it falters now 1t
will have lost the respect Of all people.
whatever may be their views on the ques-
ton Of woman suffrage.
1t Is interesting and instructive to note
the fact that while these criminal proc
esses are being employed SO futilely in
England the American women are win
ming notable victories by orderly appeals
to the fairness and reason of the male
voters. nine states now having adopted
| woman suffrage, with a constantly in
creasing sentiment in that direction in
others.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29
Sale of Hair Brushes ait
Prices N to Is Below
the Regular.

The demand always being nor
NAL for Hair Brushes at usual
prices, we promptly accepted the
offer of one of the best makers,
enabling us to sell Hair Brushes
at 75c each, that are regularly
marked from $I.oo to SIPS. The
bristles are of good quality, soft,
medium and heavy, and the
brushes are in a number of shapes
and sizes. Solid wood backs. fin
ished in ebony, cherry and oak.
Special price, Csc each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29
Ancestor Worship.
the Chicago Record Herald

From the Chicago Kecord- HeraId
Nowhere in the world. except possibly
in China, is ancestor worship in SO -four
shing a state as in the vicinity of Man
haitian. He who can point to q past full
of ancestors is assured of q future full Of
ease in which the butcher. the baker and
the candlestick maker trouble not. So
well Is this understood that ancestors are
in the greatest request and cannot be too
numerous.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29
At q Disadvantage.

"a newly married man always has
great confidence in the superior wisdom
Of his WIFE,"
Naturally" replied Miss Cayenne; "a
man who has been accustomed to eat
ing with plain knives. forks and spoons
is likely to feel pretty humble and SUBJ
dued while he is being instructed in
the use Of all the silverware that came
with the wedding presents"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

The buying gifts The select with special ref
gift and welcome that only from foretoug then
CAREFUL timely buying
This complete
satsfa in SHOPPING NOW?
Our stocks comprehensive inviting The of
ceen maintained all the especially evident
seeking
Any Selection Now Be
Reserved Until Delivery Is
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29
BOudOir and Desk furnishings of
Moire and Tapestry Fabrics.

Dainty attractive and rich Exceptionally interesting aud
acceptable because of their Most of the effects and
follow very deliberately the elegant old French
other period designs which have rival for excellence
nality, color depth and beauty.
Those of MORE and blue coorngs,
handsomely decorated with French gilt braid and
old French prints in artistic variations including:
Desk Sets, 3 & pcs. Trnket Boxes, Ash Trays
Trays, Hairpln Boxes, Candy Jars,
Pincushons, Powder Boxes, Hat Pin Stands
Engagement Pads, Puff Boxes, Pitcher Trays,
Smelling Salts, Pen Trays Water Cooler & Stand
Comb & Brush Boxes Work Boxes, Sewing Bags
Pillow Covers Scarfs Waste Paper Baskets
Invaids Serving Trays.
Tapestry varied designs and shades,
beautifully decorated with gilt braid and old
French prints, also shown in the pieces
merated above
nrF st
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29
BATTERED % second-ciasa mail matter at the post
once at Washington. D. O.

Oh order to avoid delays on account Of
personai abserce. Letters to THE STAR should
cot Be addressed to any individual connected
With the ONCE. but simply to TIE STAR. or to
che Editorial o. Business Department. according
20 tener q purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29
A Question Of Time.

$50 you cured that man of insomnia p
Easily" replied the physician. II
ordered an ice-cold shower bath for
him every morning. Now he makes a
point of oversleeping himself until
o'clock in the afternoon"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

An opera singer who undertakes to give
instructions in how to remain permanent
ly beautiful is at a loss to know whether
to conceal her age or to boast of it in her
advertisements.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

"Bliggins is terribly behind the
times!"
How do you know"
when 1 tried to tell him about
rcmedying conditions by the initiative
and referendum he said he had not
yet gotten through thinking about
free silver and the single tax
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

The first time the schoolmaster in
stinct has asserted itself with Wood
row Wilson was when he asked an in
trusive photographer whether he de-
sired a thrashing.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

The District of Columbia Is not doing
great deal to increase the bumper
crops. but it is headquarters for some
of the finest sets of weather bulletins
ever issued.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29
An Art DEFY.

I'd rather be. twix' you and me.
A Teller singin' off the key
Than some great opery star. whose skill
Does not permit the joyous thrill
OF singin' from the heart.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

Every nation desires peace. but thinks
that some other nation ought to make
most of the concessions that will help
to secure 1T.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

Andrew Carnegie will probably wake
up some morning and find that his paltry
$4,000, 900 has been run up by his bright
young men into another colossal fortune.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29
A Special Selling of
Children's Bingham
Dresses.

We place on sale tomorrow an
assortment OF Little Children
Bingham Dresses. which we have
Just secured. The value is an ex-
ceptionally attractive one. The
price is low. and furnishes no evil
dence OF the quality OF the ma
terial. Shown in blue and pink
checks and stripes and many
pretty plaids. Made in long waist
style. with high neck and long
sleeves. For children from , to
o years of age
Special price, 2Sc each.
Third floor 4 st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29
Proof,
"Whaf m

What makes you so sure that man Is
a genuine expert in mushrooms?"
1.-The fact that he has lived to be over
thirty five years old"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

1t is rather difficult for w. J. Bryan
to look like an innocent bystander
while the cabinet rumors are flying
thick and fast.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

Coaling stations are in such demand
among the Japanese that the yellow
peril experts will be tempted to hold
them responsible for any increase In
the cost of fuel.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

The dignity of q nation must be pre-
served. Let 1t be understood here and
now that there will be no turkey trot-
ting at the inaugural ball.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

II Albert Patrick is an innocent man,
1t would seem that he is entitled to some
thing more than q vindication for the
twelve years Of his life passed in prison.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

There II just time enough between
Thanksgiving and Christmas to permit
the development Of fresh appetite for
turkey.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

Prof. Wilson Is at present chiefly con-
cerned in what Congress Will undertake
to do with our President
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
Favorable Indication

You regard a man who says he be-
lieves in the judgment Of the plain
people as worth cultivating?"
LAS a rule" replied Senator Sorghum.
when a man says that it usually in
dicates that the voting can be depended
on to go his way"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

Mr.. Aldrich has found currency prob
lens more interesting than campaign
calculations.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

It Is easy to invent . new kind Of
tax. But each TAI becomes unpopular
In process Of enforcement
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

Tho peogroeBtve party appears at pres
ent to sspresen4 moro than anything else
q PROCESS of elimination
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

When a man says he has no political
ambitions it generally means that he
doesn't think he has any prospects
worth considering.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

which places before There nothing
parel that be selected
Necktiesn great VARIETY Hats Caps-Evev
of pretty designs silks able shape
in effects and flowing stock characterized
ends knitted in plain col and excellence New Coli
lors and cross stripes; handsome Hockey Caps.
accordion weaves and two-toned SOC to $500 each.
2gc amid gMc Shirts-Fine madras
Gale, in plain white and pretty
Blanket Bath Roben all de- and effective striped and figured
lsirabe shades perfectly made and patterns garments that
finished; they will afford real carefully made Sizes
comfort Sizes Is years. gMc Sn nm eoco
SIPS to $3.50 each.
Flannel Shirts
Out1S Kramer ralanas-lhe Plain blue and gray and light
luea Seep,s garment III striped desirable
coofngs hnlsred with and popular Blouses
lsik frogs Is years T6 Years Shirts sizes 70 to r.
ZSC TO SI rs eacn
Atwood sweaterA complete B1ouses, ST & ST so each.
assortment of plain colors and Shirts ST so Sc 81 each.
various combinatons neck
and button down 'front.' easy to RompersHeavy materials for
slip Off and are prac winter plain coors and
cay indispensable during cold stripes with long sleeves
weather: ? to 8 years
S1OO to $500 each SOC, Csc and ST.. 900 each.
Substituting that might say regard suits
convey the of the
could possibly wanted shown. full
shunk alwool fabrics that will stand the of time and
looking shades and the styles The Norfolk
pecay popular there many variations
will demanding the best
Ito $3.50.
We especially ask your attention
to the splendid showing at $1,000.
|
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

From the Boston Transcript.
Wanted-A definition for progressive
that will define without declaiminG.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29
Beautiful Handmade
Dresses for Little
Children.

Displays have been arranged in
an especially attractive manner to
enable gift buyers to make selec-
tons easily.
Handmade Dresses of French lawn.
hand embroidered square yoke and lace
trimmed neck and sleeves SI.75
Each. Observation-Disclosures.
Handmade Dresses of fine nainsook,
yoke of Misunderstanding and tucks: neck
and sleeves trimmed with lace. co--
Each OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES.
Handmade Dresses of nainsook. en-
broidered yoke trimmed with lace inser-
ton daintiiy tucked skirt SS,75
Handmade Nainsook Dresses, yoke
beautifully embroidered in spray designs
and trimmed with Irish lace medallions;
neck and sleeves finished with lace S6Oo
edge. Each.
Exquisite Sheer French Lawn Dress
es, i'm the most attractive empire
styles. beautifully trimmed with hand
embroidery; neck and sleeves finished
with scaloped edge, dainty beading So. 20
and pretty ribbon. Each.
We are showing the most beau
tiful Handmade Dresses, many of
them exclusively here and i'm
ported direct from France, from
$500 to $1,000 each.
Third floor. L st. -
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

Payable IN advance-by MAIL postage prepAid:
Daily. Sunday Included. one month. 90 cents.
Daily. Sunday excepted. one month, 20 cents
Saturday Star. 81 year. Sunday Star. y ~ year.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29
New Mems W. ear i.
UNUSUALLY ATTRACTIVE DISPLAYS i'm
READINESS FOR THE EARLY GIFT BUYER.

Warranty of fashion every article and the displays
inviting will be desirable make
wait for the inevitable Christmas rush.
Observation-Disclosures acceptable; variety amsur=
passed i'm everything to suit refined tastes of every
nature. Observation-Disclosures. SOC to $500
SILK HOSlERY-Full assortment of handsome new
shades; standard qualities, with all improvements
that give satisfactory wear. SOC to $500
GLOVES-All kinds, best makes, lined and unlined.
Shades are broadly assorted; skins of dependable
QUALITIES Slo SW TO SOo5W
WALKING STICKS-Woods and trimmings that
WOULD be recognized as essentially those for a
gentleman to carry. $1 900 to 5000
BATH ROBES-Of many kinds; selected shades;
warm, serviceable fabrics; we'll made and Finished
$3.75 and up
BATH SETS-Of terry cloth, consisting of robe and
slippers; values that cannot be surpassed.
$500 and $500
A Widely Diversified Stock
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

TIE Evening sMr. with the Sunday morning
EDITION. IN delivered by carriers within the city
- - cents per month: daily only % eents per
month: Sunday only. 20 cents per month ORDERS
msy be sent by mail, or telephone Main 2440.
Collection 10 made By carrier at the end OF each
month.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29

Rusiness Once. nth 81 and Pennsvlvania Avenue.
New York ONCE: Tribune Brildin9.
Chicago Once: First National Bank Cuildine.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29
Christmas Gift Displays Inn
Boys Clothing and Wearing Apparel

Nothing acceptable the boy than article OF
high grade stylish attire Our displays offer number OF
gestlons the early shopper Make of the
which places before you There nothing wearing APP
parel that be selected
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-11-29
New Imported Japanese
Wicker w are.
Third floor, New Building

Wicker, Ike willow other woods of this character
enjoying great popularity with those appeciative of its
decorative qualities and its lasting service.
We these gift suggestions of merit
charming and unique character apart from the ordinary
Wicker Baskets, OF Wicker Electric Lamps in
shapes and light mod Is:
35c to $500 each. ensive of attractive
Fern Dishes shapes, with sik-ned wicker
en- nm Ao Cd mn shades.
Window Boxes $3.50 to $1,000 each.
ST 100 to 5000 each. ou 1n nth Ill
oandW1ch rays wicker shades.
MAIN nSc 6 10 Sl 80 esSH1' $3.50 to SIT .OO each.
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OF Warm Underwear.

With the thermometer steadily descending you compelled
prepare for the winter weather aheadWam Underwear
the first necessity The kind have will furnish substantial
resistance to the severest weathers indispensable.
All weights, and white. Shirts Drawers Union
Suits
Shirts and Drawers. SOC upward
Union Suits. ST. so upward
If any better values obtainable would
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Main floor. New Building.
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Main door, G st.