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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28
Taft on National Defense.
From the Philadelphia Ledger.

From the Philadelphia Ledger.
No one is better acquainted with the
military preparedness Of the country
than Mr.. Taft who closed his series Of
lectures on questions of government at
Yale by declaring that the United
States is 'ludicrously unprepared for
war" Perhaps you think this a mill
tary and warlike address, he said,
coming from man supposed to be an
advocate of international peace. but
am unwilling to see our country put
at a disadvantage by assuming a condi-
ton that does not exist. There is
scarcely any likelihood that the eN-
Presidents warning will be an in
centive to Japan to play bold hand at
this time. relying on our failure to
maintain an adequate army and navy.
for the very lack OF foresight which
has made this condition possible also
makes itself manifest in a national
tendency to neglect consideration of
possible results when war is In the
air. There are about 10000 900 Ameri-
cans who are willing to begin HOSTILE
ties whether we are prepared for them
or not, If they seem necessary
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28

it not been for the disclosure of rela-
tons between the taxicab companies
and members of the board of alder
men. The entire board was put on the
defensive before the community and
with every man under some degree OF
suspicion 1t was inevitable that on the
final vote the ordinance should be
passed. The only vote cast against it
was that of a member who took ex-
ceptions to the abolition of the private
stands feature of the ordinance. on the
ground that they should be maintained
by the city and made a source of mu-
nicpal revenue. Thus does New York
take step ahead. though in circum-
stances which lessen the intrinsic virtue
of the aldermanic action
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28
The Automobile.

It's fine when the world is an automo-
bile
That merrily whirls you alona
Where the sunshine is bright and the
stars seem to feel
In humor for laughter and song.
It's fine when the motor with steady re-
frain
Keeps up it's reliable pace
complain
But it's fierce when a breakdown
takes place.
A mile Is a trife The flight Is SO
That we scarcely know how 1t was
Nor think of the chance to give some
one a lift
Who is toiling on foot up the grade.
car glides.
With nothing it's progress to balk.
But it's fierce when 1t skids or 1t stalls
or collides.
And you find you must get out and
walk.
so let's bear in mind when it's our turn
to speed
At a rate that is swift and secure
The fellow compelled on his way to
proceed
At gait that is plodding but sure.
Then stifie your pride as you thought
lessly plan
scare with the whistle or gong.
And remember to leave right of way for
the man
Who has to keep trudging along.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28
Not Warlike, But Strong
From the Springfield Republican.

RtIUHIIVIH
Worry about Mr.. Bryan's attendance
at peace meetings is quite Superfiuous
His aversion to war was well know
to the world before he took office and
was reassuring TO some countries which
have needless!y feared that the United
States might engage in new wars of
aggression. But no country is in dan
ger of supposing that because Mr.
Bryan speaks warmly and sincerely
for peace. the United States has been
converted to non-resistance and can be
attacked with impunity. The country
has grown big enough to come out
strongly for peace without mourning
the suspicion of weakness.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28
Spotlight Follows Him.
om the New York Evening Post

From the New York Evening Post.
Wherever the highland chief sits is
the head OF the table. and whatever
Col. Roosevelt does has way of get
ting at the head of the newspaper
column. Hence il was inevitable that
great deal of space. with big head
lines. should be given to his journey
to Marquette. accompanied by car
lead of friends and special correspond
eEts. where he is going into court to
prove that he is not an habitual drunk
ard
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28
The Probe. :

The man of great financial prominence
had met with an accident.
"Well have TO probe said the doc
tor.
Just at that moment the man recover
ed consciousness and exclaimed:
elf It's a surgical operation go ahead.
but if it's another investigation. give me
an anesthetic."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28

Perhaps Miss Pankhurst's trips to the
continent should be encouraged Her
continuous residence in a country whose
language she does not understand well
enough TO make a speech in il would helm
TO simplify matters
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28

Classic dancers and opponents of the
turkey trot have expressed mutual disap-
prevail. An arrangement to suspend both
until decision can be reached might
prove satisfactory.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28

Sir Thomas Upton considers IL his duN-
TO see that the Americas cup is not left
10 the forgetfulness that invites dust and
CobHebs
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28

No considerations of PERSONAL sympathy
influence the course of events in Cali
fornia- The mikado has quite recovered
and Hiram Johnson is standing the
nervous strain splendidly.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28

One of the most interesting spring ex-
hibits might have been a display of a
fashionable line of overcoats and ear
muffs for May.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28

There is always some city that is being
compelled to give attention to the prob
lem of how to discourage riotins as
form of Sunday amusement
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Entered as second class mail matter at the post
ONCE at Washington. D. O.

fBIn order 10 avoid delays on account Of
personal absence. letters to THE STAR should
not be addressed to any Individual connected
with the ONCE, but simply to THE STAR. or to
the Editorial Business Department. ACCORDING
90 tenor or purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28

The plan for enjoying peace without
protection is proposition that strikes a
naval expert as equivalent to putting
temptation in the way OF nations
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28
A Mild Suggestion.

Are you in favor of woman suf-
frage?"
Yes replied the timid-looking man.
But I'm a little apprehensive about the
importance they attach to the ability to
go without eating. Once in while
some of them ought to suspend the cry
votes for women In favor of three
meals a day for men,"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28

HOLSTERS from Maine are to be trans
planted To the Pacific coast. which will
put another serious temptation in the
way of japanese fishermen.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28

The actor who has been married five
times manages finally to figure in a we'd
ding where the bridegroom secures a
little attention.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28

In the discussions involving Japan the
Koreans refrain from making any strong
demonstrations of sympathy one way or
another.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28
SHOOTING STARS.
By PHILANDER JOHNSON.
Different Impressions.

What is that mans occupation?
We'll" replied Senator Sorghum. 4
depends on your point of view whether
you say he is conducting a campaign o
education or is just a plain lobbyist
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28

Secretary Bryan has not yet heard OF
anybody who intends to refuse dinner in
vitations because of the absence of a
wine list.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28

Tho turtle serum cure is a little mysti-
flying in its tendency to complicate sci
ence with finance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28

One of the really overworked people i
the Paterson. \. j., policeman
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28
Theory and Practice.

THE simple life should make a hit!'
So said the busiest of men.
Its we'll to rest awhile and quit
The strife with dollar. sword or pen.
I've not found time to try a bit
OF simple life since Heaven know
when:
But | find time to mention it
With great approval now and then"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28
Fluttering.

From the Baltimore Sun.
Busy season for the dove OF peace at
Washington.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28

susinees Once. nth ~. and Pennayivanis Avenue
New York once: Tribune Building.
Chicago Once: First National Bank Bulidina
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28
Early Activity.

Shakespeare managed to be very
prosperous" SAID the student.
Yes" replied the play-producer. But
he got in ahead of the prejudice
against commercialized drama and gave
the public what it would pay for
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-05-28

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Daily Sunday included. one month. ~ esatS.
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Saturday Star. 81 year: Sunday Star. Y 40 year
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1913-12-12
NINE. HEMPEL OUT OF CAST
Bella Alien in Her Place in The
Masked Ball.

Nine Freda Hempel is the latest Of the
artists Of the Metropolitan Opera Com
pauv to be affected by the microbe of in
disposition. and as the result Of a slight
attack Of ptomane poisoning she was out
Of last nights cast OF TN BallO in
Maschera." which had been substituted
for "AIanon" owing TO the continued Ill
ness Of Miss Geraldine Farrar. Miss
Farrar is still weak from the effects OF
the grip and will be unable 70 sing In
Butterfly" Saturday afternoon. and Miss
Destinn will take her place as Cio-Cio-
san. For the first time In three years
Miss pestinn was 10 have sung Elizabeth
in "Tannhauser'" this evening, but this
change causes Nine. Fremstad to enact
the part OF the Wagner heroine for the
first time in New York with Nine Mat
zenauer as Venus.
Nine. Alien. who took Miss iempeIs
place last night a. oscar. made swag-
eerins boy and sang the music effectively.
Nine. Duchene, who substituted for Nine.
Matzenauer as Ulrica, showed again what
rapid strides she has recently been MAX
ing Mr.. Caruso as Ricardo. and Mr..
Amato. as Renato. were I'm excellent voice.
which was not the case with Nine.
Destnn's Amelia.
Strange TO say the audience was, for
"Caruso night by no means large. The
explanations for this may be many, but
the chief probably is that TN Ballo' is
not an AIDA
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1913-12-12
PIANIST SCORES TRIUMPH
Nine. Leginska in New Success
at Aeolian Hall.

Nine Ethel Leginska, who came 70
these shores from England last season.
and though practically unknown, made
a success, appeared here again Yesterday
afternoon in Aeolian Hall. Mime. Lee
ginska's art has deepened since her last
appearance and her playing yesterday
was that OF pianist of splendid capa-
bilties. She was at her best I'm Scar
latti's Caprcco in r., and in the Adago
from the Sonata in + major. playing
these with classic purity Of style. Her
Interpretation Of Beethoven's Sonata In
G.. Op. %. was also "A most excellent one,
though perhaps lacking slightly in power
She gave also Weber's Rondo in & and
Schubert's "lmpromptu.' Op. li2, No 2,
with great technical skill and clarity II
tone
Nine I.esinska is an artist whose pop
ular appeal will grow as she becomes bet
ter known She deserved a far large:
audience than the one that attended her
recital Yesterday. for II is not every sea-
son that the public is made acquainted
with a new pianist Of the technical equip
ment. combined with the sincerity of feel
ing Of that given to this Young English
woman.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1913-12-12
AN ENGLISH ARTIST
At PHILHARMONIC
Miss Beatrice Harrison Gre
ates Pleasant Impression
on First Appearance.

Like the poor. we Speaking for two
generations) have always had the Phil
harmonic concerts with us; but they
have never been so importunate as they
are this season. when they suggest the
vaudeville shows i'm respect OF their con-
tinuity. Three Philharmonic concerts
week, on an average, are many even for
New York. and it is as difficult to keep
up an interest in their programmes as 1t
must be for the conductor to make and
prepare them.
The fact Is shown in the attendance,
which must now stand In pretty close re-
lationship with the membership under the
new administration. Last night all the
music was familiar-Beethoven's "fldelio
overture. the same composers Eighth
symphony. Dukas's scherzo "LAppren-
ii Sorcer." and LISTS Spanish Rhap-
sody." as tricked out by Anton Seldl, and
D'Albert's concerto for violoncello. The
only element OF novelty came from the
performer of the last composition, VINO
was a young Englishwoman MISS Beatrice
Harrison. II was brave ana not
unsclhsh act on her part to effect an en-
trance i'm strange country with a work
that makes so small a popular appeal as
the d'Abert concert. but by performing
il she cmphasizn her serious artisuc
nature and showed that she has quaities
vhich will win Ter a place in popular
opinion when better opportunities oner'
She draws Il noble and beautiful tone from
her instrument has a large technical
equipment and sentiment OF the dignlhed
order
The technical excellence Of the perform
ance of Dukass humoresque won much
applause from the audience, but OF the
tempt of the Beethoven symphony 1t may
he said that II the composer were alive
and imbued with the commercial views OF
Richard Strauss he would count himself
a loser Of a considers able sum because OF
the quickness with which Mr.. Stransky
brought IL To an end-unless he had stipu-
lated FOR payment by the measure.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1913-12-12
OBITUARY..
MRS. ABIGAIL j. n. DYER.

Mrs. Abigail Jane Hitchcock Dyer Of
Rutland. VT, wife of the late Horace
Hoxie Dyer. died November 10 at Glen
Lodge. the home of her son. Colonel II.
Edward Dyer. Mrs. Dyer was born at
Clarendon Springs. VT. May 3. 1873. De
scended from Ira Allen, who founded the
University OF Vermont. and brother or
Ethan Allen. the hero OF Ticonderoga.
she was one Of the most prominent
women in patriotic societies in Vermont
She was actively interested in the Order
OF the Crown, being appointed as dele
gate to the millennial celebration in honor
of King Alfred of England. which was
held in Manchester in 1901.
She had been secretary OF the Vermont
branch OF the Descendants of Colonial
Governors since its organization. tracing
her descent among others TO Governors
Thomas Danforth and Matthew Gilbert
In 1898 she became a member of the Mas
sachusetts Society Of Colonial Danes OF
America by descent from Governor
Thomas Danforth and the Rev. Samuel
Whiting, affiliating with the Vermont
branch OF the National Society Colonial
Danes OF America.
Mrs. Dyer was also a member OF the
Mary Washington Society. Soon after
the organization Of the Daughters OF the
American Revolution she became a char
ter member OF the Ann Story Chapter, OF
Rutland She represented her chapter for
eighteen years at the national congress.
being present at the first congress. She
was active In raising funds for the erec-
ton OF Continental Hall, In Washington,
one OF her contributions being mahos-
any settee, which occupies place in the
banquet hall.
She was chairman and treasurer OF the
state committee from the Daughters Of
the American Revolution which erected
memorials OH Isle Ia Motto, marking the
landing place Of the first white settlers
and the camping place Of Colonel Seth
Warner and Captain Remember Baker, in
their expeditions against the British.
She leaves one son, Colonel II. Edward
Over, OF Rutland
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1913-12-12
DUCK GIVES BILL OUCKING
Park Menagerie Head on Res
cue Bent Gets Cold Bath.

Is a duck worth a ducking? Bill Sny-
der. head keeper Of the Central Park
menagerie. thinks so. and "Bill' should
know, because he got both Yesterday, and
IL was cold day.
\ tender hearted West Slider called up
the menagerie to notify Snyder that a
Wild duck, which had settled down in the
lake near Eighth avenue and Tooth street,
had been the target for numerous young
sters. and that a rock had finally broken
its leg Snyder set his chief assistant.
Robert Hurton. to find out If the duck was
still there. and he reported it was.
"Bul" wanted to catch II. so he got q
park team to haul light rowboat to the
lake and four park employees 10 accom-
pany him
Snyder. manning the oars, got well into
midstream and was closing in on the
duck. when the anxiety Of the man I'm the
bow 10 throw Let over il caused him
10 lean too far over and ne went IN, and
his weight was 50 great he dragged the
bow under also.
Before Bit could give any directions
the ship filled and sank; there was wild
nounderius I'm the ueck-de'p water and
when the Grew" finally reached shore II
was to find that Snyder had captured the
duck The worst part Of the Undertaking
was the journey Of more than mile back
10 the arsenal M wet clothes.
The duck was placed in the aquatic de-
pariment. Later in ne day the man who
had drawn attention To- its plight called
up again and said he would be around to-
day TO have a look at IL.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1913-12-12
THEATRICAL NOTES.

". Mack and Nella Walker. vino wer"
recently seen at the Forty.iourth street
Music Hail have been engaged FOR the
nest new Winter Garden production.
George scarborough author of The
Lure" and At Bay was one OF III.
speakers last night At the meeting Of the
Society for Moral and Sanitary Prophy-
laNis. a. 80 Il West i3d street. The SUD-
i.ct was The Drama as a Factor IN Sex
Education IL was Mi ScarDorough's
first effort a. a speaker since his recent
rise 10 prominence as playwright
Under Cover" the new crook PLAY,
which Sclwyn y Go. are rehearsing opens
i'm Boston Christmas Day and IS expected
to come into Ncw York within short
Tim. with the following east. william
rourtne,. Lillian Iahill. Lucille Watson.
Ralph Morgan. De witt Jennings, Wilfred
praycott. Lola Fisher. Georgia O!p, Nil
dIed Morris Earle Mitchell and W. j.
Kane F.hN Edwardcs Is staging TN"
play
The y2u prize offered by Tamco Kali
wanna. the handwriting expert at the Hud-
son Theatre, Mon liill. y. j., for cor
rect solution of MS word puzzle was won
by Mrs Albert Barnes. Of No. 90 East
18th street, New York. Last night she had
a box party of sixteen at the theatre ana
received "A certified check
Charles Frohman will produce in New
York in April Sardou's play, Diplomacy
now PLAYING at Wyndham's Theatre, Lon
don. Nine. Ala Na2imoya Viii play the
part Of Countess Iicka.
The Things That Count the new com
edy at Maxine ElliOtts Theatre, vii! be
removed to the Playhouse on Monday De
cember -, and In its plaSe We Are Se,-
On" will have its introduction to New
York. The Family Cupboard now at
the Playhouse, win start AT once on tour.
The shuberts and the Universal Film
Manufacturing Company have decided 10
,amove The Traffic i'm Souls films to the
Vest End Theatre Of New York; the Ma
este and De i<alb Theatres, OF Brooh
Ivn ON December 10. -Four performances
will be given daily.
The plans for the New York season OF
Mime. Mimi Aguglia have been changed
.tncc the las, announcement by her mar
ayers. the Shuberts. Instead Of opening
vim Malta" the Sicil.an tragedy, her
openinc bill on the evening of December
~ viii be "Saiome,' which VIII Ls pre-.
-epted with short comedy, The Glove.
lydia Kyasht. the classical dancer. viii
.,,,.iya in New York on OF about January
,n omen an American tour under the
management Of the Shuberts.
Saturday several new dancers and en-
tertaIners will appear at the Pa'ais de
bsnse Among them are Mr.. Hale ana
It'ss Patterson who will introduce what
they say il the original Argentine tango.
\ change Of booking arrangements VIII
place Harry Lauder AZ the Casino me
atre instead Of at the Forly-lpurtn ''r r,,e
Uu.ic UaiI g previously announced. the
f,udcr engagement viii begin Nor lay.
January >. for one week. with daily mat
iuees.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1913-12-12
WON'T COME TO SEE
DYING DAUGHTER
Father Of Florence Schenck Says
Her Condition Has Been
Exaggerated.

Although Florence Rossor Schenck Hes
I'M Miss Alstou's Sauatorium, No % West
s.st street. Con critical condition. follow
ing an operation for the removal of
tumor near the heart Or. Powhatan ;.
Schcn,k. OF Norfolk Va, her father, does
not believe his daughter is III enough 70
warrant ms coming North.
When. seen m Norfolk Yesterday by
Tribune correspondent Or. Schenck said:
When my daughters condition Is such
that deem IL necessary ! will 20 10 her
bedside i'm New York. aud not until then.
Or. Schenck said that az present II was
not necessary for him 10 make the trip.
as the condition OF his daughter had been
greatly exaggerated. lie said he had been
constantly lu communication with the
hospital AUTHORITIES. and the surgeon IN
charge Of the ease was sure her condition
WAS not critical. although admitting her
ultimate recovery was d matter OF DOUBT.
Or Edmund T.. league. OF Ne. &c West
18Th street. VINO has been IN charge OF
Miss Schenck's case. was told oil Dr.
Srhenck's statement last night and
seemed surprised. lie said he could not
understand how Dr. Schcnck could make
such a statement, knowing the nature Of
the operation his daughter had undergone.
Or. Tague said he had operated IN SIX
similar cases upon patients who had sub
scquently died from shock, and that the
operation was very dangerous one.
The statement attributed 10 Or. Schenck
that he had been in constant communiea-
ton with the ssnatorium DR. league
characterized as untrue. Not once. ac-
cording to the physician, has Florence
schenck's father been in communication
with the sanatorium.
Just before relapse on Tuesday night
Miss Schenck requested that her father.
from whom she has been estranged TOT
seven years. be sent for. Dr. Schenck pup
Iicly disowned his daughter after heT
elopement with Charles II. Wilson. stable
manager for Alfred Vanderbilt. she
hoped her father would forgive her before
her death.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1913-12-12
DINNER AND RECEPTION
FOR Mr.. AND MRS. SAYRE
Ambassador and Mrs. Page
Entertain in Honor of Presi-
dents Daughter.

London. Dec. l1.-Mr and Mrs. Fran
els Bowes Sayre used the morning to-
Gay answering mail. and took luncheon
with the secretary Of embassy ana
Mrs Irwin Is. Laughlin at>the Laugh
lin house, Stratford Place. In the
afternoon Mrs. Page held her regular
Thursday reception at her home, in
Grosvenor Square, among those pres
cnt being Mrs. Maurice Macmillan. wife
Of the publisher and w. J. Locke
In the evening Ambassador Page was
host at a dinner i'm honor Of Mr. and
Mrs. Sayre. the other guests being Sir
the Earl and Countess OF HalsburN.
Cora Countess of STAFFORD, Lady
Paget. the President of the Board OF
Trade and Mrs. sydney Buxton. Lord
Leigh. Bishop and Mrs. Boyd-Car-
penter Mr.. and Mrs. Irwin b. Laugh
lin. Mr. and Mrs. Adams. Mrs. Peter
Augustus Jay. the Hon. Charles Napier
Lawrence and Mrs. Lawrence. Mrs
Frederick Bronson, Mrs. Maurice Mac
milan. Daniel Macmillan, Chalmers
Roberts. Edward Bell and Hallctt
Johnson.
Tomorrow evening Mr.. and Mrs.
Sayre will dine quietly with Lord Hal
dane. No plans have been announced
for Saturday and Sunday. but on Mon
day Mrs. Page will give a reception for
tho couple.