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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17
Dancing for the Middle Aged.
From the Springfield Republican.
The dapcip0 cra no ba. hro,,,,,t - -,

From the Springfield Republican.
The dancing craze has brought UP once
more the question of exercise for middle
aged people, and both sides have been
taken with fervor. The professional
strong man, SandoT. is quoted as say
ing that golf Is too severe for men who
come to it late. and recommending q
weekend of complete rest rather than
exercise for people of years who feel
run down. Perhaps that is the safer
side to take if one must generalZe. but
generaizations upon such question are
very difficult. Age is not properly to
be measured in years. but in the actual
condition of the individual; SO great are
the effects Of heredty, habits environ
ment. etc, that man of sixty and one
of forty may be contemporaries. But
certainly after middle life is reached it
is the part of prudence to make sure
that there are no weak spots before go
ing in for more active life. There is
something in the saying that man is
as young as he feels. but one is apt at
times to feel younger than he is. and in
one Of these paroxysms of youthfulness,
such as the contagion of the tango may
bring on. he can easily by indiscretion
do himself an injury. No doubt those
who stand most in need of caution are
those who in youth have been noted for
strength, agility and skill, and who have
long led a sedentary life They are apt
to be mpulsive and energetic they have
a pride in physical accomplishment and
a high standard: what seems to them
mere romp may be really a severe tax
upon vital organs long accustomed to
inactivity.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17
Collections From School Pupils.

When the Senate subcommittee on the
District appropriation bill begins its work
on that measure one Of the items which
particularly calls for its corrective at
tention is that relating 10 the taking up
of collections for various purposes in the
public schools rs the para graph passed
the House It permits emily collections for
school gardens and athletics. two most
praissvorthy and suitable purposes for
which the donations of the children them
selves are absolute necessary, and also
for high school commencement exercises.
The bill as 1t stands would prevent all
charitable collections. those for the pro-
vision of the incidental comforts such
as. for instance, the kindersarteus re-
q,Ire and those for subscriptions to the
various school papers which form 50
admirable part of the. volunteer work
OF the pupils, particular in the high
schools.
1t is unquestionably well to put some
sort of limit upon the collection of funds
in the schools, 10 prevent too frequent
calls upon the pupils and to avoid The
possible humiliation of those who cannot
give. But this matter is probably best
regulated by the board of education
prescription which does not take in
account all the varying circumstances of
the scnooi work. The pupils a.e not now
subjected TO the embarrassment that for
merry resulted from general calls for
funds, tor their subscriptions are given
anonymously and under cover of sealed
envelopes SO that the child who can give
nothing is not necessarily made to feel
ashamed. In the kindergartens small
subscriptions are now essential to conf
piete the equipment 70. which there is
not a sufficient regular app: opriation.
While the school journals mi5ht be MAIN
tanned through subscriptions obtained
outside of school hours and away from
the school premises, it would be very diff
hcult to get results on this basis. These
papers are of value in arousing and main
tanning the interest of the pupils in their
schools, besides giving practical expe-
rience to those who take part in their
production The charity gifts of the
school pupils have a double purpose, not
only swelling The funds needed by the
community Tor particular objects, but
teaching the lesson OF thoughtfulness for
others that youngsters need to learn.
If the Senate committee docs not feel
that this matter should be left wholly to
the judgment and reguia ton Of the board
of education it should at least so frame
the paragraph that it will not discrim-
mate against some OF the worthy objects
for which school collections are needed
and will cut out only those that may DOS
sibiy lead to impositions and burdens.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17
The Army Nearly Full.
From the Omaha world Herald

from The Omaha WorId-HeFald.
The number of men out of employment
Is sending a great many men into the
army. At the Washington headquarters
OF the recruiting service wonderful in
crease in enIistments is reported. Last
month there we're 5000 applications-2OO 600
more than ever before recorded In time
Of peace. For the last few years the
army has been the safest place that a
man could find from violent death and
disease While the deaths in certain in
dustries from accidents have long ex-
ceeded the deaths of soldiers in time of
war. and all sorts of diseases have been
prevalent. there has been but little sick
ness in the army. and death from other
causes is practically unknown. In the
army a man Is assured of good clothing,
sanitary food and plenty of it, not too
much hard work and many other desir-
able things that are utterly unknown to
the wageworker.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17
The Length of the Session.

The President would be glad to see
Congress adjourn as early June. and
many members of that body share his
feelings Is the thing possible2
At present the question is not u party
one. Both parties want to get into action
as soon as may be for control of the
next House Fighting az long range
through lieutenants for reelection is
difficult. not 10 say dangerous Cand-
dates much prefer being on the ground,
and commanding in person u Is more
ike war
Another point Is that man men new
to national life will be seeking re-eec-
ten this year Republican divisions N
1912 save many democrats opportunities
which otherwise would not have fs.len
to them. Naturally feeling uttle anna
flourish. and as heuefciaries of q
scratch, those men want to sc to work
in their districts right away, lex
They have yet to ascertain what they
may expect. If anything. from republican
divisions this year, and what the senti-
new administration.
But while republicans arc today as
DESTROYS as democrats for early adioHn-
inent, d situation may arise making a
long session to their advantage. There
IS much on the democratic card. and a
row is possible over Il number of issues.
suppose democratic disagrecments arise
over the trust question over rural
credits: over the Philippines: over peace
and the navy: over the spois system:
over the general question of economy. If
shindy breaks out over any one or
more of those questions it might, by
skillful coddling on the part of the re-
publicans. be made to yield them a hand
some profit
VIII they improve such an opportunity?
They will unless the spirit of party has
died the death. This is the time for
politics. Both maj ority and minority
should watch the corners All that is
said and done in Congress before ad-
iournment day will be available for cam
paign material when the campaign opens.
II the democrats remain united and
their legislation pleases. they will be very
strong in the contest. If they divide,
and the legislation of the special session
and that Of this session fail upon a short
trial to please. they will likely receive
drubbing In November.
In 1890 the republicans were in full
control of the government, and the man
In the White House-Gen. Harrison--was
Snaking good in every way. But in Con-,
sress too much was attempted; and
the democrats, Selling the opportunity
protracted the session until October
The next month the republicans we're
overwhelmed at the polls. A cam
paisn Of four weeks had proved too
short for them to explain the record
they had made,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17
0verdone.

I'm soin' to be an optimist,
Said Timothy McGloo
I'm sure that lots O fun I've missed
BY ben' glum an blue.
m goin to cease each dolefui doubt
An stife all repiuin's
An turn each cloud!et inside oui
To search fur silver iinins.'
Oh Tim he grinned from morn till night
No matter what took place.
His mind. 1t didn't seem quite right,
To judge it by his face.
Our good intentions kin so wrong
If recklessiy we twist 'em,
His optimism grew SO strong
1t wrecked his nervous system
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17
Go-to- Church Sunday.
From the Boston Herald .

1t Is said that only bad news travels
fast. Yet we daily see examples of how
good news. or a good idea. takes hold of
a community, overfiows its confines and
spreads to all corners of the land like
wildfre. The Boy Scout, the good roads,
the men and religion forward movements.
Mothers day are cases in point The
go-to-church Sunday idea has assumed
nationwide proportions. 1t has named a
specific Sunday-February land calls on
men and women of all religions, on those
who have not attended Sunday worship
for long time, or who go but spas
medically. to unite in forming one great
world wide army as evidence of the deep
seated religious convictions of this age
without regard to race or creed The
movement has been received with en-
thusiasm. 1t has been cordially Endorsed
by the governors OF many states. Rail-
roads have promised their aid by reduc-
ing their work on that day to a minimum
February 1 promises to produce a truly
impressive attendance Of churchgoers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

some in mind for his paramount commits
sfoner after the Mexican problem has
been solved, he will be able to reward
his friend. Some choice federal places
remain. both in the diplomatic line and
in other lines
Somebody has suggested Mr.. Lind for
the Senate Could he make that station!
Minnesota has been the scene OF some
stirring scrapping between the republic
cans and the bull moosers'. and as this
continues, the democrats of the state are
hopeful. Mr.. Clapps term will expire
In March. 1917. But if Mr.. Lind falls
in Mexico his friends at home could not
hope to make him d winning quantity III
their senat orial calculations.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17
Collegiate Poverty.

The annual reports of many Of our
colleges and universities indicate that
while they have received substantial
gifts these are accompanied by condi-
tons which tie the hands of the execu-
tives and prevent the use Of much of the
money for the important and pressing
needs of what are known as current ex-
penses. This item includes the essential
need of providing for the enlargement
of the faculty. necessary and earned in
creases Of salaries, the replacement of
old and the purchase Of new equipment
and other wants Of growing institution.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

varied the styles makes. descriptions dmc,,-
OF these trunks that detail here Bit
every strictly high grade and sample the highest
type trunks constructed material and making the manu-
facturers guarantee OF that They his samples
disposed of by him specially low and offered
by corresponding reductions.
Sample lines there plent, and you find them ior
on every hand but seldom is there desirable lot
cured represented this assortment Trunks for
and women several Of them termed Theatrical Trunks
especially sanch and sturdy. and built withstand
usage
Second fer.G 81
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17
A Natural Inclination.

The Chinese are ancestor worshipers.
We'll, replied Senator Sorghum,
we're not altogether free from that
tendency. We can t help having a GER
tain especial regard for man who
wears his whiskers SO as to make him
look like Abraham Lincoln.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
A Discriminating Petitioner.

Does your little boy always say his
prayers before he goes to Sleep"
Yes. And he has US all at his beck
and call for fear he'll omit us from his
list of people for whom he invokes par
ticuIar blessings.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17
More Legislation Requested.

Cupid is always represented as carry
ing bow and arrow.
Yes" replied Miss Cayenne. and. I'M
fortunately, there are no game laws to
protect people from his careless marks
manshp.'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

Frohibitionists predict that New York
VIII be entirely dry within the next tif-
teen years This should suggest prepa-
ration for profitable activities on the part
Of Hoboken.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17
Punctilious.

Dis ain de same umbrella lent you,
said Uncle Raspberry.
''Cohse 1t ain" replied Mr. Erastus
Finkley. wifi all dem good umbrellas
to pick fun. you didn' spose I were
g'ineter bring YOU back yoh same oil
cotton rsin-roof. did you" When | Dor
rows I pays interest
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

Geological specimens sent to Washing
ton by Col Roosevelt were sufficiently
numerous in the past to warrant him in
taking it comparatively easy during his
present trip.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

Fortunately the conspiracies alleged
to exist against Mr.. Bryan are not of
the sort which involve dark lanterns
and dynamite
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

Some of the literary attentions to Mr..
Bryan. both complimentary and satirical,
are getting in a little ahead of the regu-
lar valentine season
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17
Lack of ACQUAINTANCE,

Our enemies We are inclined
To picture as inhuman elves,
Could We but know them. we might find
They re simple tolers like ourselves
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

Dln order to avoid deIays on account Of
personal absence. letters TO THE STAR should
rot be addressed to any ndiriduaI connected
with the once. but simply to THE STAR or to
tine Editorial or Business Department. according
30 tenor OF purpose
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

The Detroit automobile manufacturer
who thinks no man should receive less
than s. day is in danger of establish
ing his own employees as a financial aris-
tocracy on a small scale.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

Uncertainties of base ball invite endless
discussion and during the winter months
enable the game to rank as a favorite
Indoor sport.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

AS governor OF the Canal Zone Col.
Goethals will be in position to give ex-
pert and intelligent attention to any de-
tails of the big work that may need
polishing up.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

Interest still attaches to DR.. Cook as
a man who seems able to accumulate
more advertising than he can employ to
practical advantage.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

There has never been a time when
minute inquiry into the past of d Mexl-
can dictator was likely to be rewarded
with entirely encouraging information.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17
Won7en's Newly Styled Dainty
French Lingerie
Moderate i'm Price.

French Lingerie be worthy Of patrons discrn,lnat
ing taste be the very refinement and dantlness
More significance is attached this thought the less
pensve grades than those of higher pricing This De
cause OF the natural inclination Of the French toward eabora
ton an evidence of the desrabty of all our French Lin
eere we present these moderately priced varieties
French Handmade and Embroidered Gowns, low, round
or SQUARE neck and short sleeves have fine button
hole finish fine materials
SIPS, S2.75 and $3.50 each.
French Embroidered Drawers knckerbocker straight
and circular STYLES plain with rue slaed at side
and pretty trimmed with ribbons.
Sl.50, LIS, SIPS and S2.75 pair.
French Petticoats of heavy CLOTH with and without
Aounce: the models with deep scaoped trimming
$3.50 and S2.75 each.
French Chemses embroidered in many dainty designs OF
floral sprays Others with simple button hole edge.
81 Co., ST.. rs, ST so, S1.75, 5000 and S2e25 eache
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

Trust laws bring up the question of
when the use of the word reasonable
becomes more or less unreasonable.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

offcial life in Washington preserves
the sedate musical. let the rest Of the
world tango as it may.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

PAYABLE in advance-by mail. postage nFepaii.
Daily. Sunday included. one month. 80 cents.
Daily. Sunday excented. mnath. 40 cents.
SATURDAY Star. 81 year: Sunday Star. 81. year.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

Tie Evening Star with the Sunday morning
edition. ID delivered by carriers within the city
at 43 cents per month; daily only. - cents pcr
month: Sunday only. 20 cents per month. Orders
may he sent by mail. telephone Main 244n.
Collection is made by carrier ut the end of each
month
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

Skirts. Gowns. Neilings. Rulings Collar and Cuff
Sets Handkerchief, Gloves and other led dress
accessories. also samples OF the correct forms in
Mourning Stationery. Announcements and Cards.
Competent attendants at your command to sug
gest and advise
Home appointments may be arranged by phone at
any convenient hour
Our aim is to render complete servc, and
afford quick and satisfactory selection when the oc
casion requires il. Also insure privacy at
time when seclusion is sought
Thrddo
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17
Sleeping Couches and Couch Bee.
That Are Practical and Economical.

I
The demand for space. especially in apartments. J. +,
great that the folding metal couch couch bed OF
kind has become indispensable in the furnishing. lhey
are practical in using and service we'll and
economical in price.
The Enplander Couches a pleasing solution OF lie
problem of economy of home space, easily operated
and so that different mattress IS IN the DAY
time from that used sleep upon They obtainabe
equipped with box underneath to be used tor storing
the bed clothes chest for wearing apparel-lo
whichever purpose, they and true to their
space-savine recommendation
With box equipment. ST. 2.5Os $500 AND S2U.UU
Without box. $1,000, $3.50 AND SlSOO
Our Woodward & Lothrop Couch is made
shops the premises. and into goes the know edar
and experience have gained in spacesavne plus tia,
of comfort and sanitation The user eniovs
all the luxury OF sleeping upon box spring: fitted viii,
legs and casters.
$500, $1,000 and S2O.GO
The 'Foldaway' Couch-Ths is a new idea in couc
es and will appreciated by those who have practice
economy in the use OF space This couch is made with
. canvas top and when not In be folded In
compact form and placed in closet When open and
ready for use it is iuengh bed and very eomforta
BILE
Priced from $3.50 to Sgg.00 each.
Dropside Couches-Mascot Couches. Standard Ceuehe>
Couches with folding legs which easily stored
Dvans , and feet wide which may be used great
advantage sturdy and slightly enough for the
particular Table Beds ranging from it, AZ ii. in
width finished in white enamel From this choice uf
STYLES in the makes be found feel hcsancy
in stating every requirement has been provided for
Esuth
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

Entered as second-ciass mail matter at the post
office at Washington D. C.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

9a 70 6 Z
New NORTHUMBERLAND
SALES.
Sterling Economies Are Recog-
nized in These EUents
NoW in Progress.
JANUARY LINEN SALE==Table
Cloths, Napkins, Doilies, Scarfs,
Tea Cloths, Sheets, Pillowcases,
Fancy Decorative Linens. Also
Longcloth and Nainsook in
10 and II yard bolts.
Second Floor Eleventh Street,
CLEARANCE OF BEDDING==
Blankets and Comfortables at
reductions and special prices:
the blankets in white and COLI
ors; the Comfortables filled
with lambswool or down, and
covered in sateen, nainsook or
silk; bea tifuI colorings.
Second Floor + street,
CLEARANCE OF MOMENTS,
MISSES and GIRLS OUTER
GAR S==Suits, Coats,
Dresses, Skirts, Waists, Furs--
all at Notable Reductions. The
best garments from our own
stocks, and some specially se-
cured assortments.
tThird Floor, q and Eleventh Strcetsp
MEMS CLOTHING CLEAR
ANCE==Many Fine Suits and
Overcoats. including the best
styles of the season, in choicest
fabrics, patterns and colors.
Suits and Oyercoats at Sl4.75,
Sl9.75 and S23.75. Original
prices we're up to $40.
Second Floor. street.
BOYS OVERCOATS & SUITS
RED y CED==Many different
models in both Suits s. Over
coats; most of the coats have
convertible collar and beIted
back; the suits are Norfolk
Styles generally, but there is
good representation of Dou=
ble=breasted.
Second Floor, i street,
MEMS BATES=STREET SHIRTS
mo finer Shirts made, and
thousands of them are sold at
standard prices every year.
Now the time has arrived for
dismissing all the winter styles
and patterns. We're Sl.5O
to $3.50 Now Sis, Sl.S5 and
Sl.85.
main Floor Il Street,
BOOK CLEARANCE AT RE-
DUCED PRICES Good au=
thors are represented in fiction,
travel and description, reIi=
gious books and other subjects.
Prices are very low.
Main Floor, Tenth Street Entrance
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17
Opening the Seasons
Complete Display of
Baby Carriages
With Two Special Values
of Note.

The two designs we show here are the
latest in Baby Vehicles, being equipped with
all OF the new 1914 devices, consisting OF
Iurn-table gear, artillery wheels and sliding
hood, lined with green corduroy the most
restful to all eyes, and especially to those OF
an infant
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17
rns Evsains star Hsvsp.psr Company

busrcts Once 18th st. and PENNSYLVANIA Avenue.
View York Once: Tribune Building.
Chicago OGace: First National Bank Building.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17
W 000war6 6 I0tbr0p
The First Spring Styles i'm
White Lingerie Dresses
For Little Children.

In presenting these styles Tor the coming spring u
Little Chldren White Lingerie Dresses emphasize thei
desirably and the and precision with which they hay
been designed and made Mothers making dresses tor tEei
own little could be panstakng respee
do not believe
At $2OO-Danty lace beading with ribbon
and lace insertion TRIM; another long waist
style, and the skirt is tucked
At $3OO-Percale Of sheer quality, neck and
sleeves finished with plated embroidery edge:
wide belt and boomers.
At S.. 5O-Sheer Lawn Dresses long waist TRIM
med with lace insertion and tucked; lace rut-
Aes and ribbon skirt.
At $6.5O-Whte Lawn Dresses long waist style.
trimmed with lace insertion embroidery and
soft ribbon sash ending with large bow in back.
AS will be seen from these brief descriptions the Ions
waist stve is the dominant eectit prcter than be
fore
Infants Shop floor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

gn THE Aeu Mourning Section
ADJOINING THE MILLINERY SALON.
We Have Assembled g Distinctive
Group of the Correct and
Newest Nodes
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

Reductions on Negliges and Boudoir Gowns
A special lot of these Fine Imported French Gar
ments in the exquisite styles characteristic of our
presentations offered at greatly reduced prices
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1914-01-17

Ivy Hip Conhners. without
boning, best models, S.. 50
each.
The Nome daily nugget., 1914-04-27
Special Nugget Service

Special Nugget Service.
 TOLEDO, Ohio, April 25.-Upon the advice uf Aviator Atwood, 1t is probable that the proposed uviation race across the ocean In 1915 will be abandoned. and that the aern- planes will be carried across the ncvan in sh pa for the race around :he world, as far as the land is con- cerned, will be held it is asserted.
 Atwood insists that the race across the ocean would not be practic' sble, for there would be too much danger attached to 1t and few avia-