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Evening star., 1914-11-09
The Fifteenth Week of War,

Today the war in Europe enters upon
it's fifteenth week, with the situation
but little changed from a week ago.
save in the developments incident to
the entrance of Turkey into the field
Of hostility. The German advance to-
ward the sea has not been successful
but. on the contrary. appears to have
been positively checked in the extreme
north, while no material gains have
been scored elsewhere, save, perhaps,
in the Argonne region. As to the value
of the success at that point just noted
from Berlin it is impossible now to
judge. Inasmuch as the German cam
paign at present centers upon the
penetration of the allied lines in the
neighborhood of Arras in order to ef-
feet an opening to the sea, German
successes elsewhere are of but sec
ondary Importance. Indications are at
hand that the Germans are now con-
centrating q maximum force at Arras
for a supreme effort. while the allies
are reported to be taking the offensive
at Ypres. following the failure of the
German assault at that point .-s,
In the eastern campaign the develop
Evening star., 1914-11-09

new battleships, and in doing SO heart
ened the advocates of adequate sea
defense everywhere. And Secretary
Roosevelt supports Mr.. Gardner s
views, and in Il recent statement gave
statistics and suggestions which both
startled and instructed us ALL
There is no purpose to cover the
seven seas with American war craft
or convert the country into an armed
camp. We could do very much more
toward Strengthening ourselves ooeh
on land and water without incurrins
Just criticism on the score of what Is
called militarism.
Whatever should be done in that dl-
rection is entitled to prompt attention.
Neither big guns, big ships, nor tight
ing men fit for action can be prepared
while you wait. but only by slow proc
esses familiar to all nations. AS soon
as possible let US get busy about busl-
ness upon which in a pinch all busi'
ness would depend.
Evening star., 1914-11-09

ments have not favored Germany dur
ing the past week. From Berlin comes
confirmation of the Russian claim of
a Teutonic retreat from the Vistula to
the boundary of Silesia. Petrograd
claims also the invasion of German
Poland In the direction of Posen. re-
newed invasion of East Prussia in the
direction of Gumbinnen. the scene of
Russian forces after the outbreak Of
the war. and successes also in Gahcia,
with a renewal of the attack upon
Przemysf. This development OF IN
creased Russian aggression cannot fall
to have some effect upon the western
campaign. even though the Germans
now definitely assume a defensive pol
Icy in the east.
The Turkish campaign has produced
no results of Importance. Russia has
invaded Turkish territory southeast
of the Black sea, and the English and
French fleets, according to latest re-
ports have reduced two of the forts
guarding the Dardanelles. There is no
authentic information respecting the
situation as affects Egypt. Activities
in Tripoli on the part of Moslem tribes
men against Italians render the posi-
ton of Italy more difficult, and the
entrance OF that power upon the war
field is again indicated as imminent.
In the far east the fall of Tsingtau,
announced in Toxic. seems to close the
land campaign in China for the pres
ent. Elsewhere the war Developments
have been chiefly of a naval character,
the most important event Of the week
having been the destruction of two
British cruisers by German squadron
off the coast of Chile.
Evening star., 1914-11-09
Neutrals and War Prisoners.

From the New York World.
Ambassador Gerard's appeal for funds
for the relief Of prisoners of war raises
delicate questions of neutrality which
affect equally all the belligerent pow
ers. The support of prisoners of war Is
a military duty. War codes lay down
exact dietaries for prisoners working
and prisoners not working. For neu
trails to provide food and blankets for
prisoners in any country is assisting
that country to conserve such stores
for war uses.
No phase of our civil war was more
hotly disputed than the care of prison.
ers. Wirz was hanged for having
starved and mistreated Unionists in An
dersonyille, but he has always been
held a martyr in the south, whose
writers say their prisoners were as
well treated as poverty would permit.
The soldiers themselves starved. A let
ter of Gen. Lee. in March. 1858. com
plains of the scant supply of "sassafras
buds. wild garlic. lamb's-quarter and
noke SPROUTS" which soldiers gathered:
rhittenden saw at Monocacy dead
Confederate who had for rations an
ounce of salt in a rag and two Quarts
~ Coarse meal-the corn ground on the
cob to make it go further"
Evening star., 1914-11-09
The Short Session, and Supplies.


If, as predicted. the appropriation
bills occupy the particular attention Oh
Congress at the coming session. SO
much TO the good VII! II DC lor the
democratic party and the country.
There will be much OF unusual interest,"
in those measures. growing as we'll out
OF the record OF the party as out OF 'he
condition of affairs produced by the
war. Full time, therefore, snould De
given to their preparation ana DISCUS
sion.
The extravaganza OF the iohs sessioA
Will not, of course, be repeated D! the
short Not only had the party violated
its platform promises, put IL had IN
some items palpabiy gone beyond the
needs OF the government
somethihs' io"eNef, ""' u
triouted 10 iach oi ii'ioi MA 'io" ""
pis part VI 'iose Notihs 'S
ihes hdu oeeii i"islT" "
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more apou' eeoiois i'au oee' '''''u'.
"heh 'he ueihoorts 'ooN .n,'' u
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error ana tneir ou'y' no soch fep"on-
can waste "ao saheh pi"ee anu hs"e
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Evening star., 1914-11-09
A Display of
Superb and Elegant Laces

Fashion strongly the OF Laces this
winter, after neglecn them for several without
and the makers lace have done wonders with
them demand They lovely
and exclusive
Beautiful Laces for Evening and Afternoon Gowns.
Rich Gold and Silver Iaces.
New Laces, magnifcently embroidered in self colors.
Chanlly, Oriental and Shadow Laces
Gorgeous Spangled and Beaded Laces
Opaescent Laces in alove effects with founcngs match
The soenng effect which the beautiful laces give the dark
colorings this is well beyond comparison.
IN BLACK LACES-The in the old and
worthy revival of the Chanly, ranging from
nches and much demand for ouncings, tnos and
draperies Aover Black Laces variety of designs
the aover Blouse the Exquisite Lace
uncs etted Laces of the paramount fashions OF the
and have line of Flouncngs and Separate
Bands show the Sequin combined with Jet All
Jet Laces of dignity and elegance.
YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO
INSPECT THE IMMENSE DISPLAYS
Main floor, street.
Evening star., 1914-11-09
Day Dreaming.

l wisht l was an angel sailin' yonder
in a cloud,
Injoyin' all de scenery below me.
1 wisht l had de coin to join Christ
mas shoppin' crowd,
A-buyin' everything dey put befo' me.
l wisht ! had a ticket for ton of
chicken pie.
1 wisht dat all de year was good foh
fishin'--
Go long dar, mule! Stop a-winkin' of
yoh eye.
1t ain no harm to do a little wishfn'
wisht dat I could think of purity
language foh to use
When calm on dat yaller gal named
Liza.
I wisht I had some di'monds an pair
O. shiny shoes
Sos / could dress up fancy an sur
prise her.
1 wisht l never had a thing to do but
sing an play.
A-showin' off my lovely disposition
Go long dar, mule. Stop a-laughin'
dat-a-way,
Dars no use bein' stingy when you's
wishin'.
Evening star., 1914-11-09
NEW FICTION
By the Best Writers of the Day.

"A
in
Laughin
revelation
met.
political
Pmpernel;
alantry and ing
usually
Evening star., 1914-11-09
New Paul Poiret Blouses

FASHIONS CREATED BY THE FAMOUS DESIGNER
- WHILE ON A FURLOUGH FROM THE FRENCH ARMY.
by Paul Poiret have reached
They his original models but made
America, according arrangements he made his last
Paul Poiret French the outbreak the
received uough and while in Paris created these styles
that show
RED SIk PLUSH front with sleeves, back and grde OF silk
Bedford and collar and cuffs trimmed match.
ANOTHER ATTRACTIVE MODEL has OF silk poplin.
back cnkled striped chiffon plain with Jet buttons
girdle, collar and o match.
BROWN SILK PLUSH WAIST with combination silk back.
sleeves and girdle rolling collar and fancy buttons
AN EXQUISITE MODEL, in navy blue and white dc
with navy fae silk; and novelty combination sleeves
and back. with silk girdle and silver buttons.
Prices, $13zs, $500 and $16.5o.
Evening star., 1914-11-09
Mr.. Lodge on Preparedness.

Senator Lodge agrees with Repre-
sentative Gardner about the unpre-
paredness of this country for war. and
favors, as Mr.. Gardner does, an inquiry
into the matter. He said the other
night in one of his campaign speeches
to his constituents:
This is an armed and fighting world.
An unarmed nation is in situation OF
peril We have a navy OF hne ships,
but it is not we'll balanced navy. We
ought to know how the defenses Of
the country stand. That Is all we ask,
and 1t is what we must have.
Mr.. Lodge is a student Of history. a
writer of history, widely read in all
matters of government, widely trav-
eled, was eight years a member Of the
House, and since 1893 has been a MEM
ber of the Senate. Surely his views on
this subject are entitled to the most
respectful consideration.
The inquiry proposed by Mr. Gardner
should by all means be ordered. The
actual condition of our martial estab-
lishment is of the highest possible mo-
ment to the country. When that is
known, and from sources beyond dis
pute. discussion will then be in order
as to what is required. Those who
would strengthen the establishment and
those who would not will have an equal
chance to express their views.
We shall not be in any danger OF Civ.
| ing ourselves away to the outside
world. All the great powers have a
fair idea of our condition, both on land
and sea, and know. though not to q
man or a gun, what we lack. They
have probably been thinking more or
the subject than we ourselves. 1t is
their business to know: and the in.
| formation has been open to them.
| The Secretary of the Navy and his
| assistant are both stanch friends OF
that service. Mr.. Daniels threw his in
L Auanca Last winter in favor of fWf
Evening star., 1914-11-09
Smart New Fur Sets
That Will Protect the Wearer.


no
e. women
of
Hudson Seal and Fitch Sets S5OOOne of the nlartes
and fashionable combinations pillow muf trimmed with
small fitch ANIMAL scarf to match.
Hudson Seal and Skunk Sets Special S5OO0Made in the
collar effect that fits the neck closely; novelty
We emphasize the price because it is special.
Natural Skunk Set S13OOA novelty syle small scarf and
the latest design in melon mut trimmings of brown SATIN
OQ-A beautiful design of the richest and
finest peltry.
Black Fox Sets $3.50 and S5QOOTwo distinct styles each
of perfect quality fox skins, guaranteed quality and
very beautiful The values exceptional
who havF n
to ends
Tbir floor Gstuct
Evening star., 1914-11-09

Cloth of Gold, made the French last,
with the long flowing lines and trimmed with a
neat bow of same; medium French heel
Silver Bullion Cloth Slipper in French style
is trimmed with neat self bow and has me-
dunn French heel.
A Patent Calfskin Electra tongue Slipper.
with black and gold cloth inserted, made Oh one
of the newest lasts, having tongue and vamp
all iif one piece; heart-shaped design of black
and gold cloth is set in the tongue.
Black Satin Beaded Slippers. medium long
vamp and open-work beaded tongue; French
heel. Same style also in white.
Black and White Satin Opera Slippers. very
graceful French last, small tongue trimmed with
jeweled silk bows.
Black Satin Slippers, medium long vamp.
trimmed with black chiffon rosette; French heel
Black Satin Slippers, with medium round toe
and low Cuban heel.
Plain Opera Slippers, in white. black, blue,
yellow. red. dark green. light green and pink
A'Patent Calfskin Electra Slipper, with white
calfskin inserted, trimmed with diamond shaped
rhinestone buckle: ceiluloid French heel.
Evening star., 1914-11-09
Advocates Of Pistol Regulation.

Three of the District officials whose
work brings them in close contact with
the evil effects of easy pistol getting
have declared in the course of an
article printed in yesterdays Star
strongly in favor of a new regulation
for the traffic in deadly weapons. along
the lines that have heretofore been
urged by The Star as the only means
of curing the evil Of easy pistol buy
ing. Their recommendations on the
subject should have great weight. The
chief of police, the coroner and the
Police Court judge are in position
to know just how great an incentive
to crime is the present loose system of
supposed pistol traffic regulation They
have seen many cases of crime and
suicide in which the easily procured
weapon has figured, and they know. as
perhaps do few others, that in many
of these cases, perhaps in all Of them.
there would have been no crimes or
no suicides if the law had made it
difficult, if not impossible, to obtain
weapons.
Representative Sims bill, now pend
ing in committee, proposes the abso-
lutte prohibition of all pistol traffic
in the District of Columbia. Such
bill. however, is far less likely Of ap-
proval than a moderate regulatory
measure, which permits the purchasing
of weapons, but under such re-
strictions as to make it impossible to
obtain arms without proof Of need and
some delay. Certainly the present law
is ineffective. AS far as checking the
traffic is concerned it might as well be
repealed. The only requirement in
buying pistol is to give a name and
an address, without any guarantee of
correctness. And even if the true
name and address were required and
obtained in all cases there would be
no more assurance of security against
crime.
Fortified by the emphatic declara-
tions of the chief OF police, the cor
oner and the Police Court judge, the
District Commissioners should urge
Congress at the next session to pass
an adequate pistol law. The subject
cannot be dismissed as inconsequential.
Lives are being sacrificed and the
criminal records are being heightened
because of the ease with which deadly
weapons are obtainable here in Wash
ington. The matter cannot be ignored
without mourning responsibility for
condition that is made shockingly
manifest every few days by tragedies
that would not be enacted If the law
made it difficult for insane, intoxicated
or passion seized persons to get guns
with which to take life.
Evening star., 1914-11-09
All Butterick Publications
Exclusive Designs in
Personal Greeting Cards.

We offer many fine and exclusive de-
signs in Personal Greeting Cards for
Christmas and New Year use, and some
that are also suitable for Thanksgiv-
ing. In our Stationery Store We are
displaying hundreds of samples for
selection, and they may be engraved
as personal preference dictates.
We advise that orders be placed now
as we will be forced to refuse accept
ance a good while before Christmas.
Main floor, Eleventh street.
Evening star., 1914-11-09
Linings of the $25 Suits:
Tailoring of the SIS Suits !:
The New Afternoon Gowns.

All paraking of the general tendency lower wasne
full skirt lavish
beautiful materials also add much their
These have been selected from the modses
rehnedfor
home functions.
of and under
silk of
ovelvet model
net
of of
OF
As for color the to
green brown, navy, plumb c-and- andb -
Exceptional values offered $780, $oO
The Winter Coats Are Here.
\ diversified suitable
The
broadcl
The e$2SooCo
Plush Hindoo Lynx Poplns, ChinchIla Wool Plusl
Crushed Plush, Bayadere Crnke Cloths Fancy Teds
Gabardine Wool
Styles include
$1875-Three
floor
Evening star., 1914-11-09
Turkey.
From the Knoxville sentinel.

r,r;,.,, has nut a moose around it's
o,',n nsck We shall be surprised if the
Russians and English do not draw the
rome tight. It would be no loss to man,
kind if the Turkish empire rs re strone shou'e
,aa"r.i bonds between the several
turkish provinces and peoples It
would be a blessing to them Il France
should take syria England md ssia Mi
mia and Russia ARMENIA T ana asia car- MI
many mar; has plaeed its railway and is
and can hardly expect, anything IN less iss
.nan. nnGertaking of conquering by
arms arms that place in the sun that it COW
Evening star., 1914-11-09
A Plague on Both Houses in Mexico

From the Philadelphia Ledger.
Were it not for the war abroad. the
Villa -Carranza rivalry might receive
attention In the newspapers more near
mates of their own Importance. 1t must
be a keen disappointment to several
ambitious Mexican warriors. when they
had hoped to focus the worlds atten-
ton on their interminable wrangle, to
have an international struggle of in
comparabiy greater consequences oecu-
py the stage with the most enthralling
drama history has known.
Evening star., 1914-11-09
Venetian and Italian Silk Underwear.

The exquisite beauty of Fine Silk Underwear appeals to
women especially when of so fine quality our assor
ments-the eolorings pink, blue and white
Venetian and Italian Silk Vests; plain and embroidered
$1.35 to $3.50 EACH
Venetian and Italian Silk Boomers, So $3.50 pair
Venetian and Italian Silk Combinations $325 5000 each
Swiss Ribbed Silk Vests styles with low neck and no sleeves
neck high neck and long sleeves SIoo to
$3.25 each.
Swiss Ribbed Tights in ankle lengths $500 to ST. so pair
Swiss Ribbed with low and sleeves
sleeves and high neck and long sleeves $500 to
$5;5 each
Evening star., 1914-11-09
Butterick Patterns for
December on Sale
in Both Pattern Sections.

A Butterick Pattern for any
garment-dresses, skirts, suits,
blouses, waists, underwear, girls
and misses clothing, children's
clothes and designs in scalloping
and hand-embroidery work. They
are all any one could desire in
simplicity and ease of use, and
excellence of results.
Ioc and 15c each.
All Butterick Publications
On sale in the Main Pattern Section,
First floor. Eleventh street, and the
Auxiliary Section, Second floor, G street,
in connection with the Dress Fabric
Sections.
Evening star., 1914-11-09
Women's Silk Hosiery and Underwear
in Which There Are Many Fashion Surprises.
The Silk Hosiery.

Never demand for Silk Hosiery,
did show such beauty and excellence
The decreasing length of the skirts accenuates the Importance of
fashions which exceedingly beautiful Dainty
embroidered ankles sheer lace inserts novelty striped and two
toned weaves coored floral designs.
variety of plain shades and color combinations
possible matching every and the satisfactory
selection of every
Silk Hose different colorings and color combinations
ooc, $780, $I.5o and $2oo pair.
Novelty Silk Hose in pretty styles and patterns
$2oo to $1,000 pair.
Silk Hose, in two-toned effects.
$500 and $500 pair
Shot Silk Hose, in lovely coorings
ooc pair
Silk Hose, with inserts ankle of fine lace.
$2.25 to $1,000 pair
Roman striped Silk Hose, novelty of unusual beauty.
$1.5o pair
Silk Hose with ankles embroidered in self-tone
$500 to $3.50 pair.
Boot Pattern Silk Hose black with plain and striped
effects, and various colors
$I.oo pair
Evening star., 1914-11-09

Patent CalfsLin Opera Slippers, medium Ion ng
vamp: trimmed with silk bow and rhinestone
buckle: celluloid- covered Spanish heel
New Black Satin Mona Lisa Slippers, long,
narrow last which has elastic band over the tn-
step and broad satin strap to cover the elastic;
strap trimmed with rhinestone buckle.
Bronze Eidskin Mona Lisa Slipper, same last
ana style above, with the exception that
strap has jeweled buckle
Pink Satin Namp Slippers, the whole quarter
being pink and gold brocaded satin: neatly
trimmed with button; Spanish heel; white and
blue d shown also
Beaded Bronze Opera Slippers, medium long
vamp and French heels
Rhinestone and Cut Steel Buckles in
various designs. $T.oo to SIo.5o.
silk and Chiffon Bows, SOC an' up.
Third foul. Tenth street.
Evening star., 1914-11-09
Generous Consideration.

Have you said your prayers?" asked
the mother.
"Of course" replied the child.
"And did you ask to be made a better
little girl"
Yes. And l put in a word for you
and father, too"
Evening star., 1914-11-09

While not exactly with the majority for
which he has from time 10 time expressed
frank admiration. Uncle Joe Cannon has
at all events managed to keep a .coHsid-
cradle distance from the minority as
represented by the prosressives.
Evening star., 1914-11-09
Women's Colored and Black
Silk UmbreIlas-Special.

Woven Silk Umbrellas, in
navy blue, dark green and
black, with handles of mis-
sion, natural and weischel
woods. A very good value,
and one which experience
has taught is much appre-
ciated.
Specially priced, S2.oo.
Main floor, G street entrance.
Evening star., 1914-11-09
Significance.

From the Chicago Herald.
Speaker Clark declares there is little
Significance in the results of the cleo
tions Democratic members who have
| lost their Jobs will feel that there is a
lot of personal significance in them, If
nothing else.
Evening star., 1914-11-09
Sartorial Advantage.

There is something very picturesque
about the Scotch costume"
Yes. And it's economical, too. A
man doesn't have to bother about keep
ing his trousers pressed"
Evening star., 1914-11-09

Germany continues to manage lts
Zeppelin campaign in manner to in
vite as much of the annoyance of sus-
pense as possible.
Evening star., 1914-11-09

\ number Of progressives decided to
follow the example Of the prodigal son,
without waiting for fatted-calf guar
antees from the republican party.
Evening star., 1914-11-09

Base ball would be an easy commercial
proposition If crowds could be depended
on to assemble and gaze on a player
merely because of the size Of the salary
he draws.
Evening star., 1914-11-09

The food supplies for Belgium are
more important than the sympathy
which has been so freely extended.
Evening star., 1914-11-09

Prospects of active business are based
not on elaborate calculations, but on
the plain and reliable proposition Of
supply and demand.
Evening star., 1914-11-09

When a working majority is mem
toned in connection with Congress the
emphasis may properly be placed on
the working
Evening star., 1914-11-09
Resentment.

WAS it your craving for drink that
brought you here" asked the sympa-
thetic visitor ut the Jail.
:'Great Scott. ma'am. Do / look, so
stupid as to mistake this place fof a
saloon?'
Evening star., 1914-11-09

In placing orders for hardware with
this country, European countries con-
tinue to overlook OUR special facilities
for producing plowshares made from
swords.
Evening star., 1914-11-09

Ill health attributed to Won Moltke may
be due to the nervous strain of holding
his own in arguments about how the mil
itary campaign should be conducted.
Evening star., 1914-11-09

China. is willing 10 adopt modern GUS
toms and accept as a Christmas present
any captured territary whose -restora ton
japan may contemplate.
Evening star., 1914-11-09

A cattle epidemic gives the Department
of Agriculture something more serious to
contend with than gypsy moths or army
worms.
Evening star., 1914-11-09
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHuANDER JOHNSON,
Appreciation.

"You say that man enjoys work.
Beyond Il doubt ]. have seen him
stand around and admire it by the
hour
Evening star., 1914-11-09

Reports indicate that the Russian army
has experienced a great deal Of improve
Inent since its engagement against the
Japanese.
Evening star., 1914-11-09

A time has arrived when an announce
ment of increase in food prices may
create sorrow. but no surprise.
Evening star., 1914-11-09

After wandering all over the earth
Col. Roosevelt comes home for his real
surprises.
Evening star., 1914-11-09
Women's Elegant Evening Footwear
For All Formal and Informal Dress


excellence of than shown
by shoe designers and
of
Priced from $3.50 to $1,000 pair.
sareof oferedc concerning
Evening star., 1914-11-09

In the eyes of Mr. Penrose- Mr.. Pin
chot is still Il landscape gardener
rather than a politician.
Evening star., 1914-11-09

real hero is Il man who can prove
what his press agents say about him.
Evening star., 1914-11-09
The Sad Story Of the Superseded
Statesman
Statesman.

While he was toling on the job,
All tireless day by day.
Some other man harangued the mob
And took the job away.