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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
Buckingham Palace Graft.

Englishmen who are prone to scott at
the grating proclivities Of American pub
lie officials must modify their tone In
the light of the demand of Queen Mary
that an audit of the household accounts
OF Buckingham Palace be ordered imme-
diately. II seems that the queen has come
TO the conclusion. after a shrewd exam
ination into the conduct of palace affairs,
that there is corruption on the part of
the staff, who have. she suspects, en-
gagged in heavy overcharges and taken big
commissions. This Is a not unusual prac-
tice in domestic service in the higher
ranges of society. A few seasons ago the
matrons of the large Newport establish
ments discovered that their servants were
doing lucrative business in the way Of
tradesmen's commissions, and put a stop
to the game by wholesale dismissal of
buffers, cooks and other servitors and the
establishment of a system of direct buy
ing just how well this new plan has
worked out has not been reported. If
Queen Mary can end the graft in Buck
ingham Palace she will have accom-
plished q reform that will probably re-
flect to the great benefit of hundreds of
large private employers in England. The
details Of the audit which she has recon-
mended will. IL ever printed, make mighty
interesting reading.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
The Fake Auction.

The local public will be benefited if a
way is found to close the so-called
auction rooms now in operation in this
elry and other articles are sold at os-
tensibly low prices, but in fact at rates
far in excess of value The auction game
is played daily, and hundreds of
people are being mulcted so shrewdly
that they have no grounds of legal
redress. The scheme is worked by
shrewd operators. who know just ex-
actly what to say in proclaiming val
ues so as to avoid later proof Of false
pretenses. They are assisted by cap
pers," who run up bids against gen.
uine bidders or who in desperate cases
take the goods themselves. for later
temperance and Offering for SALE In
some cities these fake auction rooms
are barred under the law. Unfor-
tunately 1t would appear that there Is
no statute or regulation here under
which they can be prohibited. and the
best that can be done meanwhile is to
warn the public that In these places
the chances are altogether against tho
buyer and in favor OF the dealer.
There 10 undoubtedly certain fasci-
nation about the auction scheme that
10 somewhat akin to that exerted by
any game of chance. The hypnotizing
voice OF the auctionser. his persuasive
and alluring display OF good-looking
articles. his adroit use of adjectives. and
the thought of getting something for
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
More Suggestions.

We're out for currency reform at Pohick
on the Crick
We want the money modernized ana
scattered round more thick.
At meetin' in the schoolhouse We de-
bated with a will
the dollar bill.
The ladies in attendance thought adj
vantage might be seen
If we'd change the color SOS to make
it pink instid of green.
But the men folks thought the present
style was beautiful enough
Without increased temptation to col
lectors of the stuff
But we've made a few suggestions to
the leaders of the state
Which ought to make the dollar bill
heap more up to date.
Those pictures of our patriots whom so
deeply we revere
We think from dollar bills as now en-
ployed should disappear.
We ought to have some portraits OF
great men now on the job
The heroes of the present; Walter john
son and Ty Cobb.
And the eagle ought to be the crow
which warning bosses pick
We're jes' full of bright suggestions
down to Poh:ck on the Crick!
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
The New Telescope
Garment Hanging
System.

These new garment hangers
more than double the capacity Of
your closet or wardrobe for the
hanging of garments.
In a space "a inches wide and
80 inches deep, with the use OF
these Telescope Hangers twenty
five garments can easily be ac-
commodated and kept in the bes,
condition. This new way oil
hanging clothes consists of Tele-
scopic Extension Clothes Carriers
and "Collar-bone" and "Wish-
bone" Hangers.
The extension carrier is fas.
tened in the closet or wardrobe,
fitted with the hangers, and can
be easily withdrawn at will for
the selection therefrom of the
garment desired.
Hangers are, made in various
sizes, and In human shapes, hold
ing the coat naturally and pre-
serving its shape.
Priced very moderately.
Your inspection is asked.
Sixth floor G vt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
Now for a Currency Bill.

The Senate banking committee has at
last begun the preparation of a currency
reform measure. No time limit is set
to its deliberations. Hope is expressed
for report to the Senate by the middle
of November. But there is much to be
done. The hearings granted by the com.
mittee to prominent bankers and capi-
talists will be discussed, land as ex-
perts now to be called in the com
mittee sitting behind closed doors will
have great deal before it,
The so-called Glass bill proved TO be
feeler." and has served no other pur
pose. Objection was made promptly both
by bankers and senators. Its apparent
strength in the House was misleading.
Evidently there was calculation in that
body. as in the case of the tariff, that
the Senate had program of it's own and
when the time came would insist on it.
In the case of the tariff the Senate made
many changes, and the House accepted
nearly all of them. Shall we see, the rec
ord repeated in the case of the cur
rency? X
What is called the VanderIip plan is
now under examination. Some senators
think highly of it. Others are not ia
vorably impressed. These latter condemn
it as wall street scheme" ana declare
that it can never pass the House. Chair
man Glass of the House banking COM.
mittee stigmatizes it as covert effort
to defeat all currency legislation
A prominent New Orleans banker, Mr..
Sol Wexler, is quoted thus on the sub
ject:
Il am of the opinion that the time is
inopportune for the introduction of bill
on the lines suggested by Mr.. Vanderlip.
plan which has been thoroughly dis
cussed for the last few months by the
representatives in Congress and the finan-
ciers of the country. The new idea would
every detail examined before it should
become law
Here is the suggestion of time limit.
which ought not to be imposed either
by the Senate committee or by the full
Senate. 1t is never too late to mend. The
Glass bill is impossible If the Van
deflip bill is also. set it aside, and take
up one. no matter from what source of
fered, which promises the relief sought
and strength enough to pass the Senate
Then put the new measure up to the
House. as was done i'm the case of the
tariff. And maybe the House, swearing
against consent, will consent.
No matter what is reported. there is
going to be a considera Die .'thrashng OUT
of the whole matter after it reaches the
Senate, and there should be. A very
great deal is at stake, and blunder
might be appallingly disastrous. Delicate
machinery touching the business world
at every point should be set UP with the
utmost care. Hurrying such work might.
in the results, take on the complexion of
crime.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
Floral Glass
Vase Sets.

The idea of Vase Sets is be-
coming more popular each year
A large variety and careful selec-
tons await those now wishing to
make choice. We feel sure the
assortments will meet with favor
every pattern is especially pretty.
Colonial Glass, Plain Optic,
Austrian Engraved and Rich Cut
Glass are represented in the as
sortment. Each set consists OF
one large center vase and four
small vases, connected by link
glass chains. Priced from SI.35
to $3.50 set.
Fifth floor, G st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
Mr.. Wilson and a Second Term.

This sentence from Mr. Wilson's speech
In Philadelphia Saturday will be widely
and deeply pondered: THE President
who is too intent on reelection Is seldom
worth re-electing.
In accepting this we are to assume that
Mr. Wilson is not being governed in his
course as President by any considerations
bearing upon 1916 He will do his duty
regardless of consequences to his politi-
cal fortunes. 1t is another form of Mr..
Hayes dictum. that he serves his party
best who serves his country best Mr..
Wilson declares that he serves both him
self and his party best who serves his
country best.
Mr.. HAYES lived up to his dictum. He
served the country well-gave 1t capitai
Northumberland in doing so served
his party so well a republican succeeded
him in the White House. The achieve
ment was very notable for the fact that
Mr. Hayes had taken office by majority
of only one in the electoral college.
But Mr.. Hayes path was smoothed by,
the fact that he never for a moment had
reelection In mind. He was not permit
ted to entertain the idea. Not only had
he declared against a second term Tor
himself but the circumstances of his
taking office advised against second ap-
peal by his party under his leadership
Mr. Wilson is not so handicapped. True,
the Baltimore platform declared. in effect
against a second term in the White
House; but neither in his speech of ac-
ceptance as a candidate, nor in any deliS-
erance since, may any pledge or lntlma-
ton by Mr. Wilson be found against
second term as President if the thing can
be accomplished. On that score Mr.. Will
son is free to shape his course to suit
himself.
The matter today looks like this: Ii the
administration succeeds. Mr.. Wilson, II
he cares for a second term. will succeed
himself. Will he care for it? That ques-
ton makes all politicians and even men
who are not politicians, smile. Does
man at table refuse second helping OF
q dish If he has enjoyed the first?
II the administration fails. who will
contest with Mr.. Wilson for the demo-
cratic nomination three years hence?
Who will care for a thing apparently
without value? Will net the nomination
go by default to the man who has made
II worthless-a sort of tail-with- the-hide
proceeding?
BY his Philadelphia speech Mr.. Wilson
has invited close scrutiny of all his
actions in Office as respects their parti-
san aspects. or the want of them. If he
has no second term in mind he will not
play for one-will not sign bills passed
by Congress with provisions in them re-
pugnant to his professed principles, nor
withhold or withdraw nominations to
office because of senatorial objections
which are contrary to his promises as a
candidate made last year.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
Handsome Austrian
Gold Glassware.

An inspection of this Rich and
Handsome Glassware will dis
close its great beauty. It is cx-
auisitely decorated in various flo
raj and conventional gold designs
In combination with beautiful
hand-engraved patterns, the two
entirely different decorative treat
ments blending into a harmonious
niece that is truly a work of art.
COMFORTS, from 75c: Handled
Naples, from soc; Nut Sets,
S3.so and up; Vases, soc and up;
Handled Baskets, soc and up;
Salad Bowls, $I.2s and up: Foot
ed Almond Dishes,s soc and up.
Fifth door, g st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

less than real value all serve the pur-
pose of inducing purchases of stun that
afterward proves far from being the
equivalent of the price paid. In some
cases the goods offered for sale are al
legged to be unclaimed pawnorohers
pledges, when in point of fact they are
taken from packing cases when nave
been filled at manufactures where this
sort of stuff is made by the ton Tor the
auction trade. The Star hopes that
publicity concerning the methods EN-
pioyed and realization of the impossl-
bility of getting real value for money
paid at these places will render the local.
field so improbable that 1t VIII De
abandoned
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
Japanese Anthony
Ware; a Distinctly
Oriental Ware.

Our direct importation of this
popular metal ware is now on dis
play. New patterns and shapes
make their appearance now for
the first time, and, as desirable as
it has previously been, we think
it's use will greatly broaden with
the effectiveness of the new
shapes and patterns. Its practi'
cality is now well known.
We direct attention to the fol-
lowing pieces: Crumb and Brush
Trays, Boxes, Card Trays, Bon
bon Dishes, Nut Dishes, Hat Pin
Holders, Comb and Brush Trays,
Safety Match Holders, Pin Trays,
Handled Card Trays.
Priced at soc each.
rySth Noor G ct.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
Drinking Water on Trains.
From the Detroit News.

From the Detroit News.
report from Washington says one of
the great railroads of the country has
been serving diluted sewage in the
guise of drinking water. These investi-
gators have opened a great field for re-
form. The location of the water tanks
in many passenger coaches is such as to
occasion disgust II nothing more. The
surroundings of the tank and the
thoughts of how it must have been filled
are enough to discourage a traveller un-
less thirst proves uncomfortable. Ice is
applied directly to the water instead of
to coils. This ice, moved by many hands.
is often stacked up on dirty platforms. In
times of special hurry. it is not even
given a bath with hose, but laden with
dirt. is thrown into a receptacle. The
tanks are filled at various points along
the way il the journey of the car is
long one.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
Reforming Chicago.
IN the Chicago Record Herald.

The commission on city expenditures
has been enlarged and legally strength
ened by adding thereto the three civib
service commissioners. A thorough and
trained efficiency division of the merit
board is to be put to work. The commits
sion has the power and the means to do
its Job we'll. The disinterested public will
Judge it entirely by it's fruits. Every
body knows that the spoils and routine
politicians will obstruct the inquiry in
every possible way. and that 1t will take
courage and independence to scrutinize
the pay rolls. smoke out the chair-warm-
ers lop off sinecures and force improved
methods Of administration. But public
ity is a potent antiseptic and solvent. No
member Of the commission could, II he
would, attempt withdrawing and escape
exposure and condemnation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
Glass Water Sets,
Special Value.

Water Sets are useful at all
times. This special value consists
of one Three-pint Colonial Glass
Pitcher of a desirable shape and
six Regular Size Colonial Glass
Tumblers. Each piece is of good
quality. attractive pattern. ard
perfect in every respect
38c set
Fifth floor, g ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
New Imported
English Nains0oks.

Superior quality fabrics, shee'
and fine In texture, beautifully
woven and bleached. There Is ne
fabric more suitable for fine un-
dermuslins.
IL yards to the piece, in
36-inch widths, 81, $3.50 and S..
4s-inch widths, S., $3.50 and s.
Second door. Eleventh st
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
New Embroidered
White Flannels.

Ideal fabrics for infants
skirts, fine quality wool, soft and
pleasant to the tenderest skin,
with the silk embroidery beauti-
fully done in various scallop, flo
raj and scroll designs. We con-
slider the execution of this en-
broidery very fine-in fact, it
is difficult to distinguish it from
handwork.
White Flannels, $I.oo, $I.I5,
SIPS and $I.5o yard.
Second aoor Eleventh ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

From the Boston Herald.


A certain morbid interest attaches to
all poisons, the greater, the more deadly
the drug. The Eaton case has drawn
especial attention to arsenic both as
medicine and deadly poison. Excepting
possibly the bichloride of mercury, few
toxic substances are SO common, for the
arsenates and arsenites are not only much
used in medicine. but are likely to be en-
countered in commercial substances. wall
paper, dye stuffs, etc. Arsenic has been
known since ancient times. The word
means masculine or powerful In the
sixteenth century it was used for homi-
cidal purposes in the form of aqua to-
fana, and in literature has been the most
celebrated of poisons. Although consid-
cred one Of the most powerful poisons, 1t
is less so in its ordinary forms than
potassium cyanide and the alkaloids,
though in combination with hydrogen it
becomes one of the deadliest substances
known, the slightest Whit of the gas be-
ing sufficient to insure death. In the
common form, the trioxide, or white
arsenic" one to two grains cause death.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
Exchange of Attire.

The clothes don't make the man. said
the readymade philosopher.
Il should say not. Bliggins is wearing
knickerbockers, and his twelve-ye ar-old
son refuses to put on anything except his
Rough Rider Uniform.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

Cattle have been crossing the Canaulah
border at the rate of a carload an nour
since the new tariff went into erect
However, getting cattle into the country
and getting beef into the retail market
are distinct propositions.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

refused to sell coal because of an ordi-
ance requiring them to weigh on city
scales, have brought up rather nice
question of monopoly and restraint of
trade without troubling the interstate
commerce commission.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
Not a Militant.

Don't YOU want to vote"
Yes replied Mrs Corntosse But
there's no use of me tryin' to do every
thing. Votin' is nice easy work an
Hiram might as well attend to it while
look after the real responsibilities Of
the farm.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

This is of fine Housekeeping Specials being
anticipation the needs of the housewife
the year 49,
Made of fine heavy damask of superior Scotch
the practical 24inc size and five designs
most excellent value,
$500 dozen. Worth S3.75.
Seundfoo Eenth
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
SHOOTING STARS.
by PHIi.ANDER JOHNSON.
Self-Sustained Humor.

How did Borum get his reputation as
raconteur? His stories are not anus
ing and he doesn't tefl them very WE'LL
No. But ne can laugh at them In a
way that makes him sound like a crowd.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
Longing for the Old Days.

DO yog think the country is prosper
ous?"
Yes. replied Senator Sorghum But
what's the good of having whole lot or
wealth when nobody dares spend any OF
it for votes or influence?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

Princess Lace Curtains. our own impor-
tation in sill and full lengths. &12.5o TO
5000 pair
Handmade FiIet Lace Curtains. made
entirely by hand In France, and imported
by us. $1,000 to $1,000 pair.
Real Arabian Lace Curtains; laces are
imported and handmade. mounted on best
quality French net: $3.50 to $1,000 pair.
Lacet Arabian Curtains. In q very large
assortment OF excellent patterns; 2ia to
~, yards long: 500 to 5000 pair.
Brussels Lace Curtains, made on finest
net selected for their attractive patterns
and fine quality: $3.50 to $500 pair.
Fourth floor u sf.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
No Rush for It.

From the San Antonio Express.
We have failed to observe any great
rush among the Texas sheep men to
secure the pen with which President
Wilson signed the tariff bill.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

Owing to the pressure of circumstances
Gen. Ii Yuen Heng, the new wee pfesi-
dent. has not had lecture opportunities
sufficient to demonstrate whether ne Is
the Thomas r. Marshall of China
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

References to Harry Thaw's use of
great wealth call attention to the fact
that the investments in the other side of
the case are not altogether of the penny
ante class.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

DIn order to avoid deiays on aeoou.t q
,srsonsl Absence letters to THE STAR Should
~ be Addressed to any individual connected
with the once, but simply to THE STAR, ot TO
the Editorial Business Department accofuns
10 tenor purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

Marie Antoinette and Renaissance Cur
tains: fine French curtains. in handsor,
decorative effects: $500 to $50 pair.
Florent;ne and Venice Lace Curtains
soft nets with graceful designs In rict
ivory tone: sill and long lengths: s1S.a
to $22. 80 pair.
Antique Lace Curtains, quaint iacei
mounted on scrims: Just attractive ant
desirable as ever: $40 to $500 pair
Fiiet Stores tpanel curtainsD, rich ans
very beautiful effects: our direct impor
tation; S. 80 TO $500 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

Theodore Roosevelt Endorsed votes for
women, but did not linger in this coun-
try to have any argument with Mrs.
Pankhurst about how they are to be at
tanned.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
Three Special Values inn
Upholstery and Drapery Materials.

showing Upholstery and Dapey Fabric
strong the three special values featured
Imperial Veours, i'm green's, red, brown and blue
Special price, 5000 yard.
Gaace Mohair Veours, i'm red, green olive and blue
Special price, $3.50 yard.
Fine Tapestry, i'm colonial, verdure and other effects
Special price, $3.50 yard.
OTHER MATERIALS ARE SHOWN AT THE
FOLLOWING PRICES.
Velour, $2.oo to $1,000 the yard
Brocades, $3.50 to $1,000 the yard
Damasks, $2oo to $II.oo the yard.
Tapestry, $500 to $4,000 the yard
Reps and Mercerized Sinks, 75c to $I.75 yard
Forth6oc ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

Militant suffragettes are becoming 50
aggressively active In London that
there must be moments when Mrs.
Pankhurst feels homesick.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
Honesick.

The statesman sadly longs TO roam
And tears his speeches sprinkle.
He fears that when he gets back home
He'll feel like Rip Van Wrinkle.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
Come Over, William!
From the Boston Globe.

From the boston dlOpe.
Perhaps It IL true that Emperor Will
liam II thinking Of entering yacht to
race for the Americas cup. II he does he
will be cordially welcomed IL he comes
over here to see the captain sail her.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

A Mexican election recalls the time in
this country when hopes frequently
hinged on the announcement that the
back counties had not yet been heard
from.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

Some of the volunteered advice on
banking legislation is vigorously resent
ed by the congressional I'VE Should
Worry Club.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

The lightness Of the vote in Mexico dis
poses Of any idea that the reprehensible
practice of purchasing ballots was re-
sorted to.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

Huerta's ideas Of eiecting a president
partake in some measure Of those which
prevail at fake auction.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

Honors bestowed on Richmond Pearson
Hobson by the w. T. c. U. call attention
to the fact the Demon Rum is a far more
tangible terror than the Yellow Peril.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

Sir Lionel Garden il now represented
as the latest victim Of the telepathic in
terviewer.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28
DOuble-faced Velour POrtiereS
Made for Us inn France.

Velour Portiere be used probably than other
fabric this Their beauty and decorative quality together
with long service have gained high favor They rich
hosptable appearance wherever hung
These made especially three handsome
blue oloring both sides
identically the
Priced at $500 pair.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1913-10-28

In our Bed Department offer Ostermoor Mat
tresses single make in the country subject
slight ticking mpections at the special low price Of Sill
Osteroors catalogue prices 1900 5000 and $500