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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15
The National Meat Supply.

Arthur G. Leonard. president of the
Union Stock Yards and Transit Company
of Chicago. declares in q public statement
that the country is confronted with a
possible meat famine because the supply
OF live stock has not kept pace with the
consumption of meat. For some years.
ne says. largely because OF the quitting
up Of the range country into smaller
tracts. the surplus OF cattle has been
dirninis hing. and Ia now almost exhaust
ed 1t viii take. according to his esti-
mate, at least SIX or seven years to bring
the cattis-rigsi,ss business to q point
where any material reduction OF prices Ia
necessary. Al present there is no token
of any advance toward restoration OF
tie surplus. b,ii. on the contrary. during
the past year the national supply of
meat has fallen ~ about one pound per
capita. That Is. roughly speaking, about
I two days supply, or at the most threA
UnQue4tionably tho tendency toward
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15
The Fish Wharf.

With the District government in pos
session and charged with the manage
ment of the fish and oyster wharf, It 10
to be hoped that Congress will speedily
provide funds for the construction Of q
suitable building or series Of buildings
there. The present equipment Of the
wharf Is not creditable to Washington.
It has never been more than q make
shift. the conditions as to the ownership
of the land and tenure Of the lease max
ing 1t unwise for the holder to expend
much money in improvements Only with
in recent years, indeed. has the subject of
the Potomac water front been considered
with any regard whatever for the artistic
proprieties, and 1t is to be feared that at
times this particular establishment has
not measured up to the sanitary stand
ards that should govern in all well
managed cities. But the District Is now
directly responsible for this wharf. and 1t
will be q reflection upon It and upon Con-
gress II at the first opportunity liberal
appropriation il not granted for the con-
struction Of an attractive. sanitary wharf
outfit.
The Ash and oyster wharf Of Wash
ington ought to be . point Of attraction
to visitors, many of whom como from
interior cities where establishments OF
this character are unknown. such have
been the conditions In the past, however.
that NO resident Of the District with
any degree Of local pride has been will
ing to escort . guest to this place as part
of his round Of sightseeing. Since the
necessity of making Washington q cleaner
c,%v uas recognixed the ash wharf has
beAn considered one OF the NEST trouble
some places In the District Now tho OPP
portunity ID &C hand For materially TN
proving conditions. and It II gratifying
10 note that i committee hAs been Ap-
pointed to consider the needs or the pro-
posed ps1e market and 70 Submit plan4
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

farming on = smaller scale 10 calculated
to lower the production Of cattle. Tho
small farmer can hardly afford to breed
live stock for the market. as he can set
q better price for the products Of his land
in other directions. Cattle need rich
pasturage, and their winter keep calls
for large corn crops. In some sections
pigs form a profitable line Of business
especially in dairy regions where whey
Is obtainable from condenseries ana
cheese factories. But It Is dimcuit 70
persuade the average farmer to 90 In Tor
live stock when he ID making q living In
general farming. And with the east thus
practically closed and the west closing In
some measure. it il no wonder that the
country's meat supply is lessening.
In one sense the failure Of the meat
supply to keep up with the increasing con-
sumption Is an evidence Of our prosperity.
The people of the United States probably
consume more meat per capita than do
those Of any other country, because they
are in enjoyment Of larger incomes. The
consumption Of meat In In truth an In
dex Of good times. One OF the nTst
economies practiced by persons OF slender
means, when the pinch II felt. II to lower
the meat bill. This IL done by purchasing
cheaper grades, by lessening the quantity
or by cutting meat out OF the menu
wholly or In part. Probably II . period OF
Industrial depression occurred. throwing
large numbers out Of employment or low
ering the wage scales, the per capita
consumption of meat would drop visibly
within few weeks. and the national sur
plus OF food cattle would quickly be re-
stored, possibly in . single season
Nevertheless, the margin, as Mr.. Leon
ard indicates, is q slender one. and any
thing that can be done to encourage and
cause an increase in the cattle supply will
be blessing.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15
The New District Chairman.

Senator Smith of Maryland has served
on the District committee since his access
sion TO membership in the upper house
of Congress four years ago, and IL thece-
fore now thoroughly familiar with the
duties of that committee as a branch
OF the Districts legislature. His selec-
ton as chairman insures the National
Capital friendly. helpful interest at the
head of the table and the District is
grateful for his choice. His residence
close at hand gives him direct, almost
q local, concern in the affairs Of WASH
ington. the federal city. He is acquaint-
ed with the necessities and alive to the
opportunities here presented for the de-
velopment of an ideal capital In the
course of his membership on the District
committee Mr.. Smith has been active in
the promotion of those interests which
make for the evolution of the model
Washington. and has moreover been
steadfast in his championship of the or
sanic act. which Is so essential to the
maintenance of the capital community
on the scale OF efficiency and complete
ness OF equipment which the country ex-
poets. Important matters will come be-
Tore the Senate committee during the
present Congress, and Senator Smith,
Gnairmanship will doubtless prove of
material advantage to the District With
out doubt cordial relations will quickly
De established between him in his new
capacity and the citizens who are re-
CURED by circumstances to present Them
selves from time to time at the Capitol
In the furtherance of the Districts in
terests His membership on the appro-
prlations committee will serve to the ad.
vantage of both the District and the
committees themselves. 1t Is always i'm.
portant that the chairman of the Dis.
trict committee should be In a position
10 work directly on the local budget.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15
Lure Of the Base Ball Pass.

tOm tue OulCdSO heCOTu-defdlu.
Two things are dear above others to
the American soul-a pass to the theater
and pass to the base ball game-but the
dearer OF the two is the base ball pass.
President Wilson has resisted many
temptations; he won't accept an honorary
membership in the Chevy Chase Club; he
insists upon violating tradition to the
extent of paying for boxes at the theater;
but when 1t comes to base ball he puts
consistency on one side and accepts an
annual pass from Ban. Johnson. We are
glad to see that the President makes no
fetish Of consistency. He has probably
observed one peculiar thing about base
ball-if you want to enjoy the game down
to the last thrill you must 60 In on a
pass. There is subtle something about
going In on pass that awakens the feel
ing Of propffetorship In the fortunate pos
SCISSOR: he follows the fortunes Of the
game with q far keener zest than the
man who paid for his seat; his partisan
ship Is more marked, for he is on the
Inside" And 1t speaks well for the en-
during quality OF the great American
sport that even q President finds the in
vitation to be on the INSIDE an irresist-
ible temptation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15
Campaign Promises.

If it il true, as reported, that Chairman
McCombs overpledged his chief last year
in the matter Of patronage, both as re-
spects delegates to Baltimore and votes
in November, and that some embarrass-
ments to him and to Mr.. Wilson, and be-
tween him and Mr.. Wilson, have result
ed, tho experience IL not new. Others
have had 1t. In fact, 1t may be doubted
If there was ever q presidential campaign
that did not produce something Of the
kind.
Mr. Cleveland was greatly overpledged
in 1884. and subsequently repudiated
much Of the paper that Senator Cor
man. his national manager, and Daniel
Manning, his New York state manager,
had issued in his behalf. Both became
|offended-Mr. German SO much so he re-
fused to manage the campaign of 1888.
while Mr.. Manning was so harassed that
his health failed and he died in Office.
Mr.. Hanna Jared better, but not half
so well az Is popularity believed. good
deal of his paper was redeemed by Mr..
McKinley-far too much, some have
thought-but some Of 1t was rejected. In
both Of the campaigns he managed the
situation looked ticklish up to the very
close, and he strained his resources to
win.
There were no public chickering's either
in 1904 or 1908. Mr.. Cortelyou and Mr..
Hitchcock worked hard and under ankle
ties, but each stood SO close to his chief,
and his success was 80 pronounced,
everything worked smoothly between
them after election SO far as the public
was advised. But there were some disap-
pointments. Not every worker got what
he expected and thought himself entitled
to. Some hearts ached.
There is something in fairness to be
said on both sides OF this question A
campaign manager wants results. ana Is
expected to produce them. He works In
the midst of great excitement and under
a heavy strain. and In q game where self
ishness dominates. He Is apt to promise
much where support IL important and
promises are demanded, and 1t IL credit
able to him that he should concern hirn-
self about his obligations later.
A successful candidate accepts his ONCE
without any minute inquiry AZ to the
means that were employed to secure 1t.
It looks good to him, and he shakes his
managers hand with gratitude. But when
he finds that he has been overpledged;
that there IL not patronage enough to
satisfy all, and that some OF the pledges
did not represent the best judgment, he
must. in Justice to himself and the pub
lie. pick and choose among those pre-
senting paper" And he 10 q lucky man
II he does his work 50 as to disapp0int
only a few. and IL able to soothe the
disappointed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15
The President and Mr.. La Toilette

1t Is easy to believe that Senator La
Toilette enjoyed his visit to the White
House last evening. The President was
expecting him, and. of course greeted
him cordially. AS for topics Of discus
sion, the whole world Of our politics was
before them where to choose. There could
not have been a dull moment while they
were together
The two men think alike in general
terms. Mr.. Wilson wants q lower tariff.
So does Mr.. La Toilette. Mr.. Wilson
believes that the trusts are still too pow
erful, and should be further restrained.
So does Mr.. La Toilette. Mr.. Wilson
favors currency reform. So does Mr.. La
Toilette. And. so on.
But the peri6e Of generalities is past
1t is now time 'tost1et down to cases" A
lower tariff, yes. But cow low? And on
what principle shall it be lowered? What
shall be the new figures on importa..ons?
In what directions shall the free list Ue
enlarged? To what extent shalf--the
manufacturer be made to contribute to
the new arrangement? To what extent
the wage-earner? To what extent. the
farmer? A lower tariff must affect I'll
three.
Stricter trust regulations, yes. But how
much stricter? Wherein has the Sher-
man law in competent hands proved in
sufficient? How may it be strengthened
so as to put a stop to all offensive
monopoly?
Currency reform, yes. But on what
plan? In what particular is the so-called
Aldrich plan Objectionable? II that is to
be rejected, what. whose, plan is to be
substituted?
Mr.. La Toilette is a protectionist, and
wants that principle recognized, not as
an incident. but as an object, in tariff
revision. Just where stands Mr.. Wilson?
1t is difficult to place him from what he
has said on the subject since he entered
politics. He does not, as many low
tariff advocates do. regard protection as
unconstitutional. but he thinks the policy
has been applied oppressirely. and he
wants the evil corrected.
Mr.. La Toilette is OF the west, Mr.. Will
son of the east. Will that make II diff
cult for them to cooperate on the tf1gs
question and the currency question? The
questions Many trust magnates are
eastern democrats, and many eastern
democrats are supporters of the Aldrich
plan for currency reform. And these
eastern democrats supported Mr.. Wilson
for President.
1t might be a mistake, therefore. to
class Mr.. La Toilette as Wilson man
simply because Of this call at the White
House, and the fact that the two men
admire each other on personal grounds.
We must wait until Mr.. Wilson enters
upon details in his messages to Congress.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15
Cost Of Living.

A youth his weekly stipend drew
And straightway he proceeded
To fortify himself anew
With things he thought he needed.
He soaked his head with Hairoline;
He rubbed his face with Shaverine;
His teeth he brushed with Toothaline;
He stopped his cough with Throatiline
He washed his hands with Sudsaline
And fixed his nails with Nailoline.
He cleaned his coat with Cleanoline
And shined his shoes with Blackoline
And when he sailed forth to call,
He surely looked a. winner,
Although q ten-cent piece was all
That he had left for dinner.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

Solving the problem Of serving at the
table and perfecting the table service IL
entirely accomplished by the servette now
shown in our China Department It il q me-
chanical device. for holding all the ordi-
nary articles that are passed during the
course Of a meal Salt. pepper, mustard,
bread. sugar. meat potatoes. coffee. wa
ter, etc. The Servette is not detached. but
placed upon the table: 1t is highly orna-
mental and thoroughly practical. Serv-
cite serves each member OF the house.
hold directly in one motion. At the
slightest touch It can Be revoIved. bring
Ing Immediately within reach the article
or dish desired and no one need be In
terrupted. Once used II becomes IN In
necessity.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15
The "Human Rocket. "
From the New York Sun.


It Il not Immediately obvious what
Arguments can have been brought to
bear upon the police Of Jersey City to
induce them to abandon their objec-
lions to allowing the experiment with
the human rocket A foo1hardy per-
son may be found willing. for the bene-
fit Of moving picture enterprise, to be
shot up in the air by a powerful explo-
sive and trust to the slender chance Of
coming down again in safety with the
aid Of a parachute. but it does not fol-
low that he should be allowed to make
the experiment. The police are expected
to restrain a man from committing sui
eide, and II he attempts 1t unsuccess-
fully to arrest him. The difference be-
tween an attempt at suicide and such
recklessness as was displayed by the
human rocket individual is simply a
difference of motive; and 1t was the clear
duty Of the police to stop the proceed
ings.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15
Patronage and Post Office.
FROM the New York Times.

NEW
The views and intentions Of Postmaster
General Burleson reported in the Wash
ington dispatches Of the Times justify
the expectation that business and not poll
itics is to be the chief thing considered
In his administration. 1t is needless to
say that Mr.. Burleson Is heartily sustain
ed by the President. In the first place
the Postmaster General intends to act
deliberately. No appointments Of conse-
uuence Will be sent in until after the be-
ginning OF the special session. OF the of
fices to be filled by presidential appoint
which AZ men can be found In the demo-
cratic party; but fitness, not party serv-
ice, viii be regarded as the chief quail
hcation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

consisting Of the superintendent OF weights
and measures, the chief clerk Of the
engineer department. the health officer
and the municipal architect It would
be highly desirable to get satisfactory
plan worked out In season TO be pre-
scented to Congress at the extra session,
so that the appropriation for this work.
which il SO urgently needed in the inter-
est Of public health, may be included in
the sundry civil bill, which must be
re-enacted before adjournment.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

To those seeking a dainty Easter gift.
Wallace Nutting Hand-colored Photo
graphs In q number OF beautiful scenes
from nature and indoor life are particu-
larly inviting. An appropriate verse.
written by Mr.. Nutting forms foot note
to each picture; Enclosed In folders max
ing artistic and highly acceptable Easter
cards. Moderately priced, 5Oc each. The
same size pictures In neat. harmonious
frames. x1.00 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

So many people prefer not to wear rub
bar oyershoes, yet feel the need Of some
thing that will protect their footwear.
DRI-SEAL 10 Q preparation when applied
10 ths soIes and uppssv % Shoes makes
them permanently waterproof and ron.
ders the wearing OF rubbsrs unnecessary.
II does not interfere with the siiping Of
the shoe. but softens and preserves the
leather and makes the shoes last longer.
Price. Csc box. In Shoe Department
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

Another splendid new idea in PArasols
IL the Parasoi- Umbrellas, which may bs
used either for rain or the sun. They
are covered with waterproof silk. some
with Persian borders. others in combina-
tons Of brown with green border. blue
with green, purple, black with green. and
many other exquisite contrasts in color
ings. Size 22-inch. $500 and $500:
25-inch. 800, $500 and $500. Others in
all-over plain coiors. in size 25-inch. 400
and $2.50. Handles OF swanshead. ster-
ling silver and carved ebony in various
designs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

Chemi Plantations Is one Of the new un.
dergarments for women this season. 1t
10 most comfortable and wsarAbiA and
IL rapidly gaining favor among women.
Made OF fine crepe de chine. and edged
with dainty laces. It is worn under the
corset and we'll adapts itself to the pres
ent mode OF fashions. @
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15
Sadly Sordid.

~ suppose you agree that reform is
necessary"
ooh, yes" replied the political boss.
"Reformers introduce whole lot of
legislation that is important to us prac-
tical guys because Of the amount some
people are willing to pay for the privilege
Of evading it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15
SHOOTING STARS.
BY pHILANDER JOHNSON.
A Slight Formally.

do you think the Office ought to seek
the MANI"
YES" replied the willing patriot; al
though of course 1t may be necessary for
the man to leave his address with the
head of q department"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15
Announcing Complete Displays of
White and CO1ored Dress Linens.

RESS LINENS slated for unusual favor and de-
10 u been anticipated by with designs in the
wv varieties have displayed fine and
weaves in imported and domestic makes
French Linen Sung rough effect without being heavy soft
silky finish for making fine gowns q inches WIDE yard
"Cld Bleach" White Linens, 50 and IS inches wide
Coored Linens all pure flax and of stylish So and
New Ratne Crepe Embroidered Muslin the newest and
exquisite French creations French Piques white and
the new corded effects so popular
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

Reports in some OF the far-away news
papers afford some little relief in present.
ing picture OF how much worse the Sd
of March disorder on the Avenue might
have been.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

Easter Cards. Booklets and Novelties
are more beautiful than ever. Many
hand painted effects are shown for place
cards and dinner favors. Special orders
may be placed to carry out ones indi-
vidual idea
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

UIn order to avoid delay. On aeccsnt Of
not be addressed to any Individual connected
with the once, but simply to THE STAR. e to
the Editorial or Business Department. ACCORDING
TO tenor purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

New shipments Of Riding Crops now b.
ing displayed ere quite the smArtett We
have seen. They are shown in rsialacoa.
rawhide. snake, horn on rnaiacca. ivory.
buckhorn. Neatly mounted In Sterling
silver: plain and fancy handles; one with
dogs head in ivory being particularly Of
fective. The price range IL extensive
81. so to $3.50 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15
Radiator Eccentricities.

While Of the vernal days we dream
And listen for the robins call
We find there's either too much steam
Or, when it's cold, there's none at all
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

Boxed note paper and correspondence
cards-a Partisan novelty-now shown
In the Stationery Department. Plain
colors Of gray. blue and pink. with white
edges; also, white with edges tinted in
colors. It is new ana decidedly distinc.
tive. Moderately priced. 35c box.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

Any statesman who comes to Washing
ton with the idea that holding an official
position will give him opportunity for
rest will be worth hearing from q few
months hence
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15
Caution.

"Have you a political pull?"
THAT" replied Senator Sorghum, 'is
not discreet question. One Of the surest
ways to lose political pull Is to brag
about it"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

Quite another novelty yet OF practical
utility 10 the Pocket Umbrella, which can
be folded small enough 90 40 to easily
be placed In the grip. Quickly adjusted
and ideal for the traveller. Complete
with case, $500.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15
''Klosfit" Petticoats Respond to
Every New Fashion Demand.
Third door, E street.

oA LOSFIT Petticoas made in accord with the latest
requirements giving the figure the slender straight
Him appearance They fit snugy without wrinkle, and
therefore great help women desiring fitting per-
lection the fit of the suit gown will be imperfect lacks
At SSOO-The showing "Kiosft" Petticoas this pri
very broad includes silk jersey black and coors with
accordonp plated founce heavy mesane and chiffon aea
black cangeable shades finished with
plating silk jersey messaine and soft taeta in black ani
colors of extra size.
Special I'm Silk Petticoats at S2.75-Chfon tafe i,
messane silk erseyop made with plain
Shown black and all the plain and angebe street
shades
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

Sir Thomas Upton probably renewed
his discussion OF a challenge With the OBJ
ject of reminding the world that he had
not oversight.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15
: Portrait Of the Founder.
rom the Boston Globe.

From the Boston Gl0be.
II President Wilson 10 bothered to know
what to do with the large portrait OF Col.
Roosevelt that Mr.. Taft left hanging on
the wall OF the presidential Office up
above his desk, why doesn't he present 1t
to the Ananias Club?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

4 South American republic every now
and then grows weary of political dis
eussion and turns to actual warfare as a
relief.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

Distribution of patronage" once re-
garded a. q special privilege, seems now
to be regarded a. q very serious respon-
sjbility.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-03-15

In O short time q large percentage OF
the American public will be frankly dis
playing more interest in base ball score
than a tariff schedule.