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Evening star., 1914-02-20
The New Official.

We've got a new postmaster down TO
Pohick on the crick
We guess he'll be u credit to the body
polite.
Cause he's had u special trainin' fur
the place that he has got.
He used to be an editor; an that sure
means a lot
It's been his habit to read everything
that comes his way.
He kin figure out addresses without seri-
Gus delay.
OF course. it's when he ) writin' that he's
really at his best.
But even editors sometimes deserve d
little rest
We're sure that he'll experience d glori-
Gus relief
A-sellin' postage stamps an answcrin'
questions, clear an brief,
Instead O writin columns bout the tariff
an the banks
An bein roasted frequent an not get
tin any thanks.
OF course, We'll miss the wisdom that he
scattered day by day,
But We reckon that the paper will be
issued anyway
An we're glad to see the knowledge an
experience pilin' thick
At our little old post Office down to
Pohlck on the Crick.
Evening star., 1914-02-20

| a few months old. 1t is entitled TO a
longer test before its opponents can ask
Tor condemnation. or its supporters for
definite approval.
| The new currency law is at once OH
1.-The books and in the air. Nothing can
i be safely predicated about it until it has
had a trial Soon the regional cities will
he named. the regional banks established,
and then the members of the federal re-
serve board appointed. After that the
wheels will begin to revolvc, and We
shall know what the mill is producing
As for the trust problem, there is much
doubt about what is coming out of the
congressional hopper, and there may be
more about the efficacy of what does
come out 1t is easy to believe that the
President will greatly influence the action
taken. but there is some disquietude
growing out of the fact that the trust
measures called the seven sisters
which as Governor of New Jersey he had
enacted for that state have thus fdr ac-
complished nothing: and resolution
asking the reason why has been Mtso-
ducod in the legislature.
There is a risk, therefore, III the
pamphlet Just issued. IT all goes we'll
with the record 1t recitcs the document
will he very quotahle in the campaign
Otherwise: il events show that the pud-
ding was too hastily prepared, and mas
not proved tootnsome or tilliu', the re-
p.blicans will make short work of poth
he record and the pamphlet praisinS 1t.
In other words. to sum up. 1t may oe
said that If the record proves all right
ii will not ,ced tho pamphlet: il not the
f,.,.,n;,!..t C.at.gt S-ty lie day.
Evening star., 1914-02-20
The Alley Elimination Bill.

The alley bill has now been introduced
In the Senate and is before the District
committee Of that body. 4 sonewha.
similar bill is already pending there and
now q subcommittee will examine these
measures and presumably determine upon
the best form of legislation to effect a
satisfactory elimination OF the alleys. The
citizens committee bill provides for the
gradual closing of inhabited alleys within
q period Of ten years, the Commissioners
meanwhile being empowered to open minor
streets. with replotting and subdivision
oil The land The expectation is that in
this way streets suitable for habitation
VIII De substituted In time for the now
occupied alleys, which are i'll many in
stances wholly unsuitable for habitation
and lacking III sanitary facilities
But THIS bill does not directly provide
lot the erection Of houses for the poor.
l Rat must BE done BY private enterprise,
anu the question arises whether Il Is bet.
Ter 10 leave this TO private capital seek
ing investment or to provide financial
foundation for semi-public enterprise
GIVING the poor decent housing accomIro-
dauons at reasonable rentals that will
Yield moderate return on the invest
Inent- II has been proposed to effect this
result by the extension of public assist
aflce In the form OF loans to private cor
porations guaranteeing certain results. and
II IS 10 be hoped that the Senate com
mittee in passing upon the pending bills
VIII consider the feasibility of some such
mode OF insuring the provision of abe
Guate housing facilities without depending
entirely upon the commercial constructors
whose chief object is naturally to secure
the greatest possible return from the
least possible investment.
Evening star., 1914-02-20
Office and Responsibility.

NJ. Stone IS IN line for the caaiTnat Il
ship of the Senate committee on foreign
relations, but Is rated as a lingo, and on
that account Is under criticism. Some OBJ
SER atoms he made two Years ago on the
then Mexican situation are being quoted,
and questions based upon them asked
Would II he wise to put a lingo III the
place Of such conservative as MIR
Bacon at this time?
Let a question answer a question Eie-
waited TO the place named, woU!d Mr-
Stone be a lingo? Nothing more unlikely
Office sobers men. 1t gives them 2 Hew
view of things and of themselves, and
they accommodate themselves to the new
view. The rule is probably without a sin
gle notable exception. Doubtless Mr.
Stone spoke sincerely when he favored
American Intervention in Mexico, but he
spoke without special responsibility. The
chairman OF the Senate committee on for
eign relations must il possible work in
harmony with the President. and con-
sider foreign affairs from general and
not a special standpoint.
Two years ago. after the Baltimore
nomination. the republicans thought they
mad effective material against Mr.. Wilson
grafton. Extracts from his books We're
pr-ated and circulated. But Candidate
Wilson explained and qualified Author
Wilson. and no harm resulted. The presi-
dental nomination had sobered its recp-
lent.
Twenty five years ago a strong man
elected Speaker revised the rules of the
House so as to give the majority the
of h,1Si NJ
body. He went to the root of the diff
Guilty, and was none too ceremonious
about II. He was a republican and the
democrats resisted. But when they came
to power-only two years later-they re-
yersed themselves and adopted the very
rules they had denounced. Office sobered
them. Made responsible for business
themselves, they saw the necessity OF full
control of proceedings. and they exer-
cised 1t.
There is a good deal of this sort of
thing now in progress. The democrats
were long time out of power, and tried
q number OF devices for returning before
hitting on winner. In that way they
entangled themselves with many prom
ises and propositions. some of them all
but preposterous from the viewpoint OF
the ms So that now they are the ins.
they are getting new lines on things, and
adjusting themselves to facts and con-
ditions, and shedding theories and fancies
as old skin.
It is the rule. All successful politicians
have encountered the necessity. and the
~1sest have oheyed it. They must act in
the living present. hearts within and plat
forms under foot Standing on a plat
form and trauapfng on it are different
things. but many politicians learn how 10
do both
Evening star., 1914-02-20
Investigating Unemployment
,ringhcld Republican


1t is hopeful for progress in dealing
with unemployment that the necessity OF
concerted action on large scale is COM
Ing slowly to be realized. and the work
of the United States commission on in
|dustrial relations If wisely directed, may
be of great service. Specially important
is the complete divorce of this great So
cial and economic work from politics
When employment happens to be excep-
tionally large the party in power, OF
course. claims the credit But the con-
sequence is that unemployment becomes
"a thing to be hushed up: nobody in q
position to help likes TO admit that con-
ditions are such as to make help neces.
sary This is superstition which must
be discarded; we shall have to face the
fact that Unemployment increases with
the growth of the country and Is to GER
tain extent a natural product of the In
dustrial system. 1t is no longer possible
to pretend that conditions which recut
periodically are exceptional, or to put all
blame upon the unemployed.
Evening star., 1914-02-20
MEMS TAN RUSSIA
CALFSKEN AND GUN METAL
CALFSKIN LACE SHOES.

$4,000 pair. Regular $500 Quality
There are many men who can use an
other pair of High Shoes now, and this
is just the opportunity to get them-be-
low the regular price, but the highest
standard of quality.
Two lots, one of Tan Russia Calfskln
md one of Gun Metal Calfskin. New
nd stylish models of the modified Eng
h tvne, with low broad heels and in
sih1e evelets.
Special at $4,000 pair. Regularly $500.
Second
Evening star., 1914-02-20

We also call attention to splendidiy
made shoe for boys that we have recent
ly received. This winter is the first time
we have shown them. The Winter
the logical development of the Indian
moccasin, but improved to meet the re-
quirements of high-srade, fine-appearing
shoes. They conform to every bend OF
the foot, allowing the muscles to flex
naturally. and putting no restriction or
harsh pressure upon freedom of action.
The materials used in these shoes are
the best procura BILE, and the feathers are
tanned especially for this particular
shoe. The soles are retained by special
process which renders them danlpproof.
flexible and impervious to moisture to
such an extent that they retain at all
times their soft texture
Sizes II to 1875 and to SIS. pair. $500
Evening star., 1914-02-20
Democracy's First Gun.

Inc democratic managers are early
birds In the matter OF pointing win
pride Already they have a pamnb,s,
IN circulation recounting the work done
i'y the party since taking control OF tho
government.
1t must be admitted that the amour,
ana Importance OF the work is unusual
for the time consumed. In less than
twelve months the tarir has been re
fased and the new law put into opera
uon, the currency revised and the new
law is on tho eve of inauguration. while
the difficulty trust problem is now in the
hands of Congress That. undoubtedly,
is some work.
But the proof of tho pudding is in the
eattns, not in the haste of its prepara.
ton Even hasty pudding. to be good
requires care. Teo much haste may spoil
y. as too many cooks spoil the broth
The tariff law does not invite concIu.
ave Judgment now. for or against l,
has not lowered the cost OF living. and
1t is not proving an exceptional revenue
producer, both of which performances
were pledged in tts nslns- but IL Is only
Evening star., 1914-02-20
New Accessories of Dress
From the NeckWear
Department.

Never, in our recollection, have
So many attractive and entirely
different dress accessories and
Neokwear novelties been shown.
We are just in receipt of several
pretty styles disclosing the ae-
oepted fashion features in varia-
tions that will be greatly admired
for their modish becomingness.
The vogue for vest effects in
Dresses and the many extremely
low cut waists has been rcspon-
sible for the introduction of
Sleeveless Guimpes, which will
permit much variety with one gar
ment
New Sleeveless Net Guimpes
with embroidered organdy collar
and revers. piped in blue, yellow
or white, finished with lace ruf-
fling. 500
Another style in the Sleeveless
and Low-neck Guimpes is made
OF white organdy and piped in
black; the front is finished with
net ruf1ing, tiny buttons and
hemstitching g......... .Se.25
New Minaret Rufling and
Girdle combined, to be worn
around the waist; the net ruf1ing
is shaped in the pointed design to
give the hustle appearance at the
back; shown in black and blue !;
S2.z5 each.
Main floor. G st.
Evening star., 1914-02-20
BASkETWARE OF THE
RELIABLE KIND FOR EVERY
CONCEIVABLE WANT.

Much Of it is made especially for US after
own designs. Naturally many things shown
that cannot be found elsewhere, thereby individ
ualizing your selections. The practical sturdy bas
ketware and the delicate and beautiful fancy de-
signs We very large importers of Fancy
Basketware, and we invite especial attention te
the Japanese Bamboo Baskets in the handsome
mahogany finish.
Infants Baskets, from ooc; Infants Bassine:s
or Sleeping Baskets, with stand, from S47s; |, !
fants' Revolving Bureaus. from $1,000; Infants
Palm Hampers with tray, from $500: White En-
ameled Basket Scales. from $3.50; Fancy Scrap
Baskets from e5c; Willow Clothes Baskets iron
ST oo Palm Knife Baskets, from 5oc Sewing O.
Work Baskets. from esc
center.
Evening star., 1914-02-20
Architects of Nature.

The annual gathering of the Ameri-
can Society of Landscape Architects,
which assemblies here this evening. is
a reminder of the debt the public owes
to the gentlemen of this profession. II
can be safely maintained that but for
their pioneering half n generation ago
our parks and reservations, national
state and city. would be far less gener-
Gus than they are and that they would
certainly lack many of their present
amenities y popular miSconception
often supposes tho landscape architect
chiefly a designer of broad-acred pri-
vete estates. He is quite as often a
tireless and seIf-forgetfui publicist
who is willing to spend his time and
energy creating public sentiment for
conservation project which he not
only may not live to see completed
but which Is, as often Is not, to be of
other mems beginning.
Evening star., 1914-02-20

At S25ONew models with black and white check ging
ham with drop Of solid blue pink, of blue and white
pink and white check, and drop correspond Low neck
and sleeves feature this dress which is finished with black
velvet belt; from II years.
At S. model the junior, eHqustely made
with neck and short sleeves. having ril of dainty embo
the the dress the long
wasted belt. The skirt fashioned with double pat side
and the garment handsomely hand embroidered III
'front.' from 8 % II white, pink and blue
AIT S67g-A model white pink and blue,
Handsomely broken panel in
ming over the black The is finished with
panel and has medallion Of real Irish crochst
lace at neck collar and the turnback cuffs
are both embroidered make this unusually
model that not elsewhere Sizes
Evening star., 1914-02-20

II1C IIIIIJI OPCIIy SIdd'
Misses and Children's Black Gun Metal
Calfskin and Tan Russia Calfskin Lace
and Button Shoes, with best tanned oak
leather soles: Goodyear welt sewed
Sizes 81: to 1ol. 6sprins heels). 500 and
$50 pair.
Sizes II to = dow half heels), $50 and
$500 pair
Boys and Youths Gun Metal Calfskin
Blucher Cut Lace Shoes, with best oak
tanned leather soles.
Sizes ii to 151a. pair, observation-disclosures. ss..o
Sizes to 51a, pair. ir......-..-..--.....-.si. si.oo
Our Boys Drvfoot Shoes are especially
recommended for rough outdoor wear,
being made of an especially prepared
,tannhalIser calfskin leather with heavy
double oak leather soles that resist
dampness.
sizes II to 13ia, pair...........-..,--.ss s. 80
Sizes to sig, pair. air..............-.....-s5 -s5."o
Third floor Tenth ST.
Evening star., 1914-02-20
Favors for
Washington Birthday

In our Toy Department
will be found a large assort-
ment OF Favors and Novel
ties to be used for celebrat-
ing the ed,
kewpies in red. white and
blue, some with flags, some
with hatchets and others
with cherries. Silk, Wool
and Cotton Flags of all sizes,
mounted and unmounted
flags oi all nations; Fancy
George Washington Hats,
and Cap Favors, in red,
white and blue.
FANORS FOR PARTIES
OF EVERY DESCRIP-
TION.
Fourth floor, F st.
Evening star., 1914-02-20
SHOOTING STARS.
EY rHtLANpEE JOHNSON.
Climatic Comparison.

Il understand the Slammers have made
UP their domestic quarrels and are on
speaking terms.
Yes" replied Miss Cayenne; their
reconciIiations remind me Of a thsw
between two freezes, which only makes
matters worse"
Evening star., 1914-02-20
False Report.

Did I understand your wife treats you
like a dog"
Great Scott no. replied the scared
looking man. You don't suppose my
wife would let me eat anything as ex-
pensive as dog-biscuit, do you?'
Evening star., 1914-02-20

Some of the statesmen who have SO
journed in Washington would be in
ciined to settle tho question of when
to call BY referring to that ancient au-
rhority on cards Hoyle.
Evening star., 1914-02-20
The Largest Display of Aprons
We Have Ever Shown at This Season

Not only the display broader and varied but the
ner they shown is the best With the
third floor last the Aprons large
ate enlarged far beyond proportion
Aprons with greater than from
the fancy elaborate character and novelty
the for Office and the gngham for the hou
hold.
nnanynr
dainty embroid
onS
38e, 75c and SIoo - - ~ |oo
India Bungalow
bib seev
otherst 1nneduth open,
saloped enhro 0~'Io>'Di'oo aAo %i-So
c5c 5oc 75c, $Ioo and SIPS ooed Checked ~ r,.;, ,s
linen hsayy lawn avn and s saanae .n ne SOC and 75,
trimmed nj al
Soc 75c and 81 dotted swiss soms M naisss
Medium SizeA Apronso
linen dotted swiss heavy lawn ana cam cam &C. I5c e5c
with o 70 some
25c soc, 75e, ST. 90 and 81 50 each
Evening star., 1914-02-20

eousness OF this Discrimination is no"
pending before the Supreme court Oh the
United States, but in view OF the iehs,h
of time necessary to secure decision ana
the possibility of an adverse ruling on
strictly technical grounds, 1t Is TO De
hoped that relief from the present Dur
derlsomc condition will be obtained by di-
rect act of the legislature upon the pres
ent application of the Automobile Club
of MARYLAND.
Evening star., 1914-02-20
The Office and the Man.

The Office ought to seek the man,
said the patriot.
"Perhaps,' replied Senator Sorghum,
but when an Office has to seek the man
the salary is generally so small that 1t
makes the office look like Il downright
mendicant"
Evening star., 1914-02-20
Infants Long and Short Coats
Children's New Coaored Coats.
Third 1oor, center,

With the completeness and diversity which charactc
the Infants Shop ot
should be able to make without the least effort Style
beautiful and wnsome and the price shou
satisfy every demand
embroidered
collar and CUTS hand
scallope OF ina
$3.50 to $500 each
in
shap u variety and
the cuffs lined
$500 to 90 each.
Shepherd Plaid
lars
the ito years
$500 to SlS.OO each.
dfcr.F
Evening star., 1914-02-20
Bedside Sets Are Very
Useful.

The Bedside Set is almost Indispensable,
especially in the sick room or for an in
valids use The set consists of Covered
Pitcher in desirable shape that will hold
good size piece of ice: Safety Match
Holder, Candlestick and Tumbler. Shown
in a variety of attractive decorations,
shapes and sizes.
Se.75 to $500 the set.
Fifth floor {, ST
Evening star., 1914-02-20

Passing remarks on Japanese immI-
grafton by Cole Blease Indicate that
the Governor of South Carolina is will
ing to cross the border in search of
trouble if the supply in his own state
threatens TO run short.
Evening star., 1914-02-20
EXCUSES.

Ignorance of the law excuses no nan.
said the readymade philosopher
No replied Mr.. Growchsr; but after
a man has been tigu: ins his income tax
for while he ought to be able to dc
:. little something with an insanity plea.
Evening star., 1914-02-20

syIn order to avoid delays accoans %
personal absence. letters 10 THE STAR shorid
rot be addressed 20 suy individual connected
rfth tho ofice. but s'mpIy 10 The STAR or to
The Editorial Business Department ACCORDING
&c tenor parpose-
Evening star., 1914-02-20

Sometimes the letter Of Endorsement
from the chief which follows i criticism
makes it well worth while for d govern
ment official to have been under fire.
Evening star., 1914-02-20

1t will not be surprising if Prof. Taft
observes the relations of the present
administrat with the conservation
lists with the closest interest
Evening star., 1914-02-20
Modes of Travel.

Five BLOCKS, she says, is very much too tar
For her to 60 without a motor car;
Yet a tanSometer would surely show
She danced. that day, eleven miles or SO.
Evening star., 1914-02-20

The prominence of the editor with a
six-shooter viii convince Texas that
Mexico is away behind the times
Evening star., 1914-02-20

Osiiv. Sunday inciBded. month, an cents.
Daily. Sunday excepted. one Month. 30 cents
Evening star., 1914-02-20

An overworked Congress could no, hone
for relief by provisions to elect additional
congressman to help out
Evening star., 1914-02-20

No hope is expressed that the aues-
ton of canal tolls can be reduced to
the limits of AN O'Gorman Root con-
troyerSy.
Evening star., 1914-02-20

The sums which are announced as due
from Mr.. Rockefeller to the government
are always too large to be paid otfhand
Evening star., 1914-02-20

The real slush that follows snow
storm makes st Valentine literature
seem comparatively insignificant.
Evening star., 1914-02-20

The Evening Star with the SUNDAY morning
edition. Is delivered by carriers within the civ
ct IS cents Ter month: daily on'-. = cents r"r
month Sunday only. 20 cents per month Orders
may be sent by mall. telephone Main 244n-
Collection Is made by carrier at the end of each
month
Evening star., 1914-02-20

Paris cafes that require cooks to wear
kid gloves will of course maintain glove
cleaning plants.
Evening star., 1914-02-20
Michigan Roads.
From the Detroit News.

FToH Iut DetolI news.
The state highway commission reports
that almost go miles of good roads were
built last year, record that should be
eAeelled as each year passes.
Evening star., 1914-02-20

There is no telling when an obscure In
habitant of Mexico Will suddenly rise to
the Importance of an international topic
Evening star., 1914-02-20

The railroad business is busily en-
gagged in i little tariff discussion Of
its own.
Evening star., 1914-02-20
Sturdy, HealtGful Shoes for
Bows and Girls Present Wear.

lust now the and the sush dampness when
proves time when lads and lasses
anlv will dampness and offer
opposition colds and Sickness which this weather brings
Evening star., 1914-02-20
The New Spring Models inn
Ivy C0rsets More Varied Than Ever.

Have them fitted your figure by experienced demon
Madame Casavant.
To achieve the coetess appearance will be
cult if Ivy Corsets To Ivy Corsets
demonstrate how notably makers have pr
ducng models suitable the fashionable gowns and
what direct knowledge have been produced
your individual needs
Corsets extremist the dresser
Corset growing girls Corse for athletic Cosets fo
house and nege Corsets for street and for afternoon
evening and dancing.
Not only little bonng used OF the models Tor
being bonecs) but light weight and
help materially fucrins the mode
figure cout chamosees and silk brooches white
flesh; some models beautifully trimmed with lace.
Priced from $500 to sl0.So tine pair.
Evening star., 1914-02-20

S8.75 Coats, Now S3.95.
Less than 20 OF these Coats
remain. in wool mixtures and
plain cloths belted back or ali
around: sizes 6, 8. II and Ia.
Third floor, Eleventh s.
Evening star., 1914-02-20

Entered az second-ciass mall matter at the POST
once at Washington. D. G.
Evening star., 1914-02-20
rns Evening star Newspaper Company.

Business Once. lith 81 and Pennsylvania Avenue
New York Once: Tribune Building
Chicsg 20 ONCE: First National Bank Building.
European Once. Regent ST.. London England
Evening star., 1914-02-20

$1,000 to SIPS Coats,
Now $780,
Full-length garments OF velvet.
corduroy, plain cloths and mix
lures: several good styles. Sizes
8 to 10.
Evening star., 1914-02-20
Two Remarkably y Low Prices ON
Girls Fine Coats,

question the prices these coats the lowest asked
garments of similar quality and worth
The OF buying those that be ltted Is amply
cold weather that has prevailed during the
week the simple tailored that never lose
their popularity that there safety purchasing
Evening star., 1914-02-20
This Will Probably be the Last Time
To Get These Boys Suits at So 90.

Winter being quickly closed out with
exception Of this small lot at 5000 which formerly sold up to
5000 At this low price they should quickly
Norfolk Double Coats with knickerboker
lined throughout wooen fabrics choice
checks and from
2 to II. -.
5000 each. Were mp to 5000.
Evening star., 1914-02-20
5000 each. Were up to 5000.

Remaining stock of Boys Overcoats NOW
greatly reduced for quick clearance; broken
sizes, butt exceptional savings.