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Evening star., 1914-07-14
Signs of the Season.

When the motorman looks fiercely DER
the crowds that surge along.
And the voice of the conductor sounds
metallic like his gong;
When the horses go their way with a
reluctance sad to view,
And friends who meet seem grudging Of
a simple 'How-dy-d
Don't jump at the conclusion that the
world is out of gear.
And tune the music-boX to play a melody
severe
These are only indications which in sum-
mer are displayed
That the mercury is something over
ninety in the shade.
The curb is superheated as for rain it
seems to beg.
You can fry an egg upon it if you want
to waste the egg.
which grows SO fast
That you see him swiftly sinking as the
customers surge past.
You ask surly question and you get a
short reply,
And. you fear that We will all need media
ton by and by.
But the state is temporary and we needn t
be afraid.
It's due to the thermometer at ninety in
the shade.
Evening star., 1914-07-14
The Plaza Awards.

Another postponement of the plaza
awards case resulted yesterday from
the prolongation of the debate in the
House upon the substitute resolution
offered by Chairman johnson of the Dis
trict committee. This business occupied
the entire session and the whole subject
was thrashed out in a manner that
would have been satisfactory use of
time but for the fact that this is an
urgent matter. The delay of the case
to the next District day. itself no
toriously movable feast, spells hard
ship to large number of people who
have now been kept waiting for many
months for money due them for the
taking of their properties. There are some
Indications however, that action will
be had when the resolution is next
brought before the House. for an agree
ment has been reached for the lin1ita-
ton of general debate to forty minutes.
This subject is by now well under
stood and the only question is as to
the exact manner in which the contro-
veruble and non-controvertible claims
are to be separated. so that the latter
can be adjudicated without further DELAY
pending another inquiry into the Justice
OF the small number of awards in which
there is some question. In view of the
manifest unfairness of further post-
ponements to the entirely innocent
property owners. who have already suf-
Tered serious losses and in some cases
virtual bankruptcy, il is to be hoped
tHat the House will grant the next Dis
tiIct day on schedule and that this
resolution VIII pass on that occasion
with an early agreement in conference
between the houses
Evening star., 1914-07-14
The Supreme Court Vacancy.

In filling the vacancy on the Supreme
bench caused by the death of Mr..
Justice Lurton the President has an inn
portant duty to perform. and the country
will await his action with great interest
1t will be his first appointment to that
tribunal.
number of men prominent in affairs
-ttree of them members of the cabinet
are mentioned in connection with the
office. any one of whom would fill it
most acceptably. They are known to the
bar well as to the lay world, and have
all the qualifications necessary. Several
have served as judges in lower courts.
Then it is suggested that the President
may take his man from circle not SO
widely known: may find him in a walk
unfamiliar to the general public. but
we'll suited to the development of legal
talent and temperament. There would
be no danger in his taking that course.
When Mr. Mckinley selected Philander
G. Knox for Attorney GeneraEa highly
important place-some criticism followed
Mr.. Knox was unknown to the lay world,
and the lay world wondered at the
selection. But it did not wonder long.
1t soon became apparent that in the
Pittsburgh lawyer Mr.. Mckinley had
found the right man.
When Mr.. Taft named George W.
Wickersham for Attorney General he in
troduced for the first time to the general
public the man who was soon to show
himself exceptionally well fitted for the
public's business. A reputation very
high in legal circles was extended to in
clude all circles, political as we'll as
legal: and Mr.. Wickersham retired from
office with the confidence and admiration
Of all.
The American bar is rich in material
For years the rewards have been so
great many men of the highest in
teliectual equipment have been attracted
to the law, and gained distinction in the
practice of their profession. Some have
been entirely content with the laurels
SO gained. and have neither sought nor
desired notice outside the circles of
their professional activity.
The President has a large and safe
field to choose from. If he is embar-
rassed it will be from riches. Turning
in any direction he finds men qualified in
every way for judicial posts. and willing
to exchange private practice for the hon.
ors and responsibilities of the bench.
That he will try to choose a man for
his present purpose entirely acceptable
to the country. and adding to the
strength of an already strong court
should be assumed.
He will seek. and should receive. ad-
vice from all quarters. Lawyers, poll
ticians. business men of large connec-
tions. are within reach, and all have
knowledge the President should consider
before filling this vacancy. The prob
lem. in a way. is above both party and
geographical lines, though they are
not without claims upon attention, or
unlikely to receive it.
Evening star., 1914-07-14
The Waverley Centenary.
Prom the Springfield Republican.

Eminently worthy Of celebration is the
centenary. which fell during the week
just past. of the publication anonymous
first historical novel. "Waverley, or, 'Tis
Sixty Years Since" What that event
meant for English literature everybody
knows: 1t was the beginning of the reign
of fiction. Before his day novels had been
relatively few, and they were written for
special tastes: Scott wrote for everybody.
Sterne. Fielding and Smollett were not
precisely authors for the family circle:
Scott brought in the Victorian purity of
thought and decorum of expression-his
novels could be read aloud in any COM
pany without discomfort. Perhaps no
writer has done more to make Industrious
readers out of women, and that should be
counted in his favor II any one finds his
view Of women hopelessly old-fashioned
and romantic.
Evening star., 1914-07-14
The New Haven Renort

Whether or not the interstate COM
merce commissions inquiry into the New
Haven railroad management results in
successful prosecutions. II will undoubt-
edly have value in uncovering the re-
markable ransactions of that corpora
ton for general public study and for the
corrective effect of such publicity. The
declaration by affected officials of the
railroad that this presentation is for po-
itical effect will not lessen the impress
siveness of the showing. 1t is difficult
to conceive failure to act on this present
ment by the commission. which is vir-
tually in the nature of an indictment to
the Department of Justice. No considera-
ton of political expediency should operate
to check the logical development Of the
case. although 1t is not necessarily a
matter of criminal procedure.
The history Of the New Haven man.
agement. as outlined by the commission
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in its report. is one Of reckless endeasoi
to monopolize the transportation facilities
Of the New England states. Almost
everything In the way of a public utility
was regarded as a legitimate object of
the consolidation movement Not only
competing but non-competing and con-
tributing lines we're absorbed. City trac-
tion systems were brought into the COM
bination. This in itself was in direct con-
travention Of the principle underlying the
antitrust statutes. but beyond this were
operations Objectionable to sound public
policy. For the transactions themselves
intrinsically at odds with the doctrine
Of law aimed at the preservation OF con-
ditions of competition. were hostile to the
interests of stockholders. The corpora
ton was overwhelmed with obligations
heavily mortgaging its resources. while
extraordinary expenses were incurred IN
the various purchases and leases Tor
which the commission now finds no justi-
fcation in the facts.
If what is charged by the commission
is true the supposed responsibility OF d.
rectors was waived in all but two or three
cases. and the power was concentrated
in the hands Of a small group Of men
whose actions we're perfunctorily ratineo
by the majority Of the board. This Is one
of the primary evils of the system OF
corporation management Of the past fe"
decades which is now fortunately passing.
The law now insists upon the individual
responsibility of directors and out of the
New Haven case may come suits and
prosecutions vividly emphasizing this oo-
legation of each individual member OF
the management of a large transportation
or Industrial concern to hold the corpora
ton strictly in line not merely with the
statutes but with the rights of minority
stockholders. The moral erect OF thls
New Haven disclosure cannot fail to De
wholesome even though not a dollar Is
ever recovered Of the millions squandereo
in unearned commissions and In fliesit-
mate prices paid for acquired properties.
Evening star., 1914-07-14
Let Him Run.
From the Rochester Post-E1press.

From the Rochester Post Express.
The impression is said to prevail in
New York city that the colonel will
take the gubernatorial nomination. That
was from the start the impression of
discerning people UP the state. They at
tach no more Importance than he does
to his positive declinations. His pledges
may indicate his state Of mind at the
moment of making them, but in no way
constrain his subsequent action. When
he ceased to reiterate his refusal to run
it was evident that he had already
changed his mind and was casting about
for something which would serve as an
excuse for his change Of front. Probably
an alleged imperative demand from all
over the state will be advanced in ex-
PLANTATION of his acceptance. 1t is al
together desirable from the republican
viewpoint that he should run this year
and thereby put himself out of the rum
ming two years from now.
Evening star., 1914-07-14
Roosevelt.

The fight over Mr.. Roosevelt in the
bull moose party grows In spirit ano'
to outsiders, in amusement. Help u.s.
Teddy or we sink,' is the fervent appeal
of those New York bull moosers who
want him to run for governor. save
yourself for 1916, Teddy, or we sink" is
the fervent appeal of those bull moosers
in New York and elsewhere who have the
next presidential campaign in mind. How
happy he would be with either were
t'other dear charmer away.
Mr.. Roosevelt's greatest desire is to
return to the White House. and he is con-
sidering every proposition as 1t bears
upon that overmastering wish.
The gubernatorial proposition is pressed
upon him in these terms: "If you run
you are certain to be elected. All bull
moosers. many republicans and many
democrats will vote for you. Election
will add largely to your prestige as ma
tional quantity. You will be able to
clean up the state in time for effect To-
cally and nationally in 1916. and your
nomination for President will follow. New
York. as always, will be a commanding
factor in the national equation. and you.
as governor elected by men Of all parties
seeking good government, will be the
commanding figure in New York. Don't
fail US at this juncture. He serves him
self best who serves his party best.
candidate in need is a candidate indeed
The opposition. largely from outside the
state, takes this tone: Hold yourself for
the great mile race two years hence.
Don't enter in this quarter dash. for
which the purse Is small, and where you
might be cut down by an accident. You
need no addition to your prestige. Just
keep At and on your feed. and you'll
make a show Of your company in 1916.
Help the home folks all you can. but you
are not called on to make sacrifice of
yourself for their sake"
The governorship of itself can have
no attraction for Mr.. Roosevelt. He has
held the Office and capitalized 1t politi-
cally at the highest figure. He stepped
from it into the office of Vice President.
and from that into the office of Presi-
dent.
He would find congenial employment in
cleaning up the state, which, as all con-
cede needs cleaning up. but his PROPOSE
ton Is that the country at large needs
cleaning up, and he bankers after the
bigger job.
Mr. Roosevelt is a master politician,
takes pride in his plays and has made
some strikingiy successful ones. But the
present problem Is far and away the
most difficult one he has ever tackled,
and the whole country is at attention.
What will he do to be saved? Or can he
be saved by any play he may make? He
will do of course whatever he thinks is
best for the supreme object he has in
view-his return to power as President Of
the United States.
Evening star., 1914-07-14
There Is Much in the Upholstery Store to Make the Home
Comfortable and Attractive.
The Bar HarbOr
WillOWChairin in Natural Finish
Special at 81. 90.

In our extensive showing of French
Handmade Willow Furniture we constant
ly feature this really extraordinary value in
the Bar Harbor Chair, which is the most
practical piece made, and at the same time
peculiarly artistic and adaptable to all
needs. In natural finish at $2.oo, and stained
green. $500. The Bar Harbor Rockers to
accompany the chair are priced at $500 for
the natural and $4.oo for the green. A.
cushion for these chairs and rockers will add
much to their beauty and comfort; many
dainty designs at $1.oo and SI.5o.
You are invited to inspect the
numerous other pieces of Willow
Furniture.
We believe our showing to be the most
complete to be found, comprising only first
quality pieces; no seconds or inferiorly
made grades.
CHAIRS in many designs.
ROCKERS in all sizes and patterns.
FANCY CORNER PIECES.
STOOLS, in several shapes
TABOURETS.
SETTEES for every requirement.
ARTISTIC BENCHES.
LAMPS AND LAMP SHADES.
PARLOR AND PORCH TABLES.
FANCY PIECES of many kinds.
Evening star., 1914-07-14
The Army and Navy Game.

There are no practical reasons to be ad-
vanced against making provision for the
playing Of the annual Army-Navy foot
ball game in this city. Space is avail
BILE for such an event. with a great at
tendance. This space is convenient of
access. can be easily prepared and as cas-
lily cleared after tho game. There is
strong Official opinion in support Of the
proposition, and there is sentiment, fur
thermore. for holding at the capital the
chief athletic contest between the coun-
try's military and naval cadets. This
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game Is always played on neutral ground,
and no more suitable scene could be con-
ceived than the Capital city. With favor
Ing reports on file there is good reason TO
believe that Congress will at this session
pass the necessary authorization Tor the
preparation of the ground. In that case
the people of Washington will have their
first good chance to see this contest. "hcn
has become the classic athletic event OF
the year
Evening star., 1914-07-14
Appreciation.

What do you consider the greatest
achievement of science?"
''Well,' replied Mr.. Dustin Stax, "after
a careful study of values of all kinds l
must say that the scientists who started
radium at millions of dollars an ounce
and then managed to hold the price up
deserve credit for considerable achieve
ment.'
Evening star., 1914-07-14
THE DINNER WARE.

Any one who wishes to buy to the best
advantage will choose open-stock Dinner
ware. The reasons are plain and sensible
You select only the pieces needed; no more
no less. Additional selections always avail
able. Breakage easily replaced.
Spray, conventional and border patterns
OF every good kind are shown by us; many
of them expressly for summer home use.
Special Attention to This-A Dains
ty Pink Spray Pattern, gold lined. and of un.
usual attractiveness in excellence of shape
and modelling of each piece; Ioo-pieoe serw
ice for $685. This is an open-stock pattern
and the same convenience of choosing onfy
those pieces wanted is extended to all mala
ing selections. A special value at SSo5 foa
100 pieces.
Evening star., 1914-07-14

The theory that woman teachers cause
boys to grow up to be mollycoddles is
not borne out by the facts. Any over
refining influences that might exist during
school hours are easily overcome when the
boys come together on an equal footing
during playtime.
Evening star., 1914-07-14
An Interrupted PHILOSOPHER.

IT am convinced that the world gives
too much attention to frivolous things"
said the thoughtful man.
How are you going to stop it,"
"I'll tell you. We must proceed in
cautious yet radical manner to-hi there!
Wait minutei Grab your hat and let's
get to the sidewalk! Here comes a circus
parade!'
Evening star., 1914-07-14
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON
A Delicate Task.

Are YOU preparing a speech to make
to your constituents"
YES" replied the statesman, land I'm
willing to admit it is hard job. 1t has
taken me four days to get as far as
Friends and Felow-citizens.'
Evening star., 1914-07-14
Uncle Sam as an Employer.

II am in favor of government owner
ship
THAT simply shows replied the gov
ernment employe. that you never held
a position under Uncle Sam. He looks
tremendously benevolent in his pictures.
but you haven't any idea of the amount
of work he wants for nominal wages"
Evening star., 1914-07-14
The Waiter.

From the Louisville Courier Journal
The reason why the tipping system
will never be abolished is that the at
titude of the average patron of the res
taurant toward the high-mighty waiter
Is that Of Alice. who wept with de-
and trembled with fear at his frown.
Evening star., 1914-07-14
A complete SHine of stock sizes,
SIPS to $3.50.
METAL, WINDOW SCREENS
OF THE DURABLE KIND.

Our Metal Window Screens are the
sturdy durable and satisfactory kind. The
frames nor the wire which is fastened in
them by a process that prevents it from
pulling out, will not rust Shown in nine
Sizes each one Of which can be adjusted to
meet your requirements; various heights.
roc to Csc each.
Evening star., 1914-07-14

No doubt a number Of Congressman feel
that they have influential constituents
who could serve on the federal reserve
board quite as efficiently as Mr.. Jones or
Mr.. Warburg.
Evening star., 1914-07-14

Her peculiar method Of interference in
politics has brought Nine. Caillaux into
difficulties from which she cannot extri-
cate herself by merely going on hunger
strike
Evening star., 1914-07-14

III Wow OF the things better left un-
s'id reported from abroad. it may be
1ust as Wise not TO require diplomat to
speak the language of the country to
which he is assigned
Evening star., 1914-07-14

An agitator who favors. even tacitiy.
bomb throwers is speedily recognized as
unworthy of confidence even by his own
following. Nobody feels safe In doing
business with an assassin.
Evening star., 1914-07-14

CIn order to avoid delav. on account Of
rot he addressed to any Individual connected
with the ofice. but simply to THE STAR. or to
the Editorial Business Department. according
TO tenor purpose
Evening star., 1914-07-14

The doctor. who prescribes rest and
quiet for Theodore Roosevelt merely be-
trays his lack of information as to the
destinations of American politics.
Evening star., 1914-07-14

Ex-President Taft holds the record in
one respect. No other man has been
mentioned so many times for a place on
the Supreme Bench.
Evening star., 1914-07-14
A Protest Checked,

You don't send any more communica-
tions signed Taxpayer. said the editor.
mo. OF late I have been so busy dig
ging up the money to pay taxes that l
haven't had time to write en-
Evening star., 1914-07-14

Some senators are sufficiently inquisi-
tive to want to know why man should
think of refusing a position offered him
by the government.
Evening star., 1914-07-14

In order to foil those horrid photog
raphers Newport society people may
have to wear their complexion masks in
public.
Evening star., 1914-07-14

IL must have surprised Richmond Hob
son TO learn that the photographs of
Panama canal fortifications were taken
by Americans and not by Japanese.
Evening star., 1914-07-14

When Tammany drops to the rear it
suggests that a political push may serve
as we'll as a political pull.
Evening star., 1914-07-14

business enterprise which has failed
to measure up in the contest for survival
of the fittest is sure to be tempted to
blame the tariff
Evening star., 1914-07-14

The idea that a sunny disposition Is es-
sentiai to health and activity is not
borne out by the case of Cole Blease.
Evening star., 1914-07-14

Gov. Cole Blease has no liking for the
idea of helping to put procession on
the map when his state is not in the pa
rade.
Evening star., 1914-07-14

In spite of the great assistance Theo-
dore Roosevelt has had from his enemies
he has not yet learned to love them.
Evening star., 1914-07-14

Big business should at least be permitted
to leave its visiting card with big politics
without creating unkind suspicious.
Evening star., 1914-07-14
The Foldaway Couch
The Best for Summer Use.

Simplest and Strongest Folding Couch made 1t is all in
light OF weight nothing loose drop Off Folds up
very closely that be carried the hand desired
Portable bed at night quickly and easily of the
morning.
Priced from $500 to 5000
to to
FOURTH
Evening star., 1914-07-14

If Villa can set a popular fashion by
calling attention to his bathtub he will
deserve to rank as great reformer.
Evening star., 1914-07-14

As a general proposition. the diplomat
who talks least lasts longest.
Evening star., 1914-07-14

Signing treaty is likely to be regarded
hereafter as only the beginning OF the
argument.
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WHEN WE REFINISH
Brass Beds

WE FIRST REMOVE EN-
TIRELY THE OLD FINISH.
Then we have the original sur
face to work on, which we
thoroughly polish.
The lacquer is then applied as
it is baked in OUR own ovens,
giving it permanency and wear
resisting finish that is unsur-
passed.
YOU SHOULD SEND YOUR
BEDS TO US NOW.
Fourth hoor G st.
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Unjust DISCRIMINATION,

The frog can always find a pool;
The duck is happy, as a rule.
But boys-alas. the fact seems grim.
Lots of 'em have no place to swim.
Evening star., 1914-07-14
THIS is THE IDEAL TIME FOR THE
INSTALLATION OF
Athey Metal Weather Strips
and Hardwood Floors.

This be done much better during the
summer while you away from you
will inconvenience disturbance
We will take attend this work promptly and
with the skill born of experience and Expert workmen
both lines assuring satisfaction o the smallest degree.
It is an especially good have the Hardwood Floors
laid and polished when the open we'll aired much
ter results are obtanable Either plain paquey floors
Estimates furnished upon application.
Evening star., 1914-07-14
CFlHNAWARE SPECIALS.

A manufacturers sample line of French
China Plates. New assortments just received.
Many beautiful patterns, with plain edge.
Special price. e...:..... 2Sc each
French China Covered Dishes. This is
also sample line which we have secured
greatly under price Artistic decorations, de-
sirable shapes and sizes. Spray. border and
conventional designs in many colors. Regu-
lar values from $3.50 to $500 Special
price. ............... S5c each
WATER PITCHERS.
STONEWARE PITCHERS. There is no pitcher
of greater durability. The Stoneware repes
heat, thereby keeping water naturally cooler,
and will retain ice longer. A choice showing
at zoe
TULIP PITCHERS. Year after year these Pitch
increase in popularity OF fine porcelain.
dsintily decorated with tulips in various col
Evening star., 1914-07-14
| WHEN WE REUPHOLSTER
Furniture

We take out all the old springs
and put in new; making a conf
plete new seat.
Special Low Prices Are Now
Being Quoted.
Let US do this work for YOU
while you are away from the city.
Delivery will be made at any
specified date in the fall. No
charge for storing until wanted.
Evening star., 1914-07-14
Summer Bed Coverings.

New Summer Wool Sheets, the safest kind of hot
weather bed coverings and especially for seashore and
country use, being cool and protective against
chils: Each one cut and bound separately.
Single-bed Size, $3.50, so and $500 pair.
Double-bed Size, 81 90, $6.75 and s.. 50 pair.
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