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The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-11-10
Germany Ready to Call 1t "Quits"

That Germany would like to discuss terms of peace is
indicated other ways by many inspired ougvings Some
OF these the which peace discussion would
be welcomed and is notable that these less
travagant than those named six months ago
Belgium would be given up Only the return of part Of
the colonies is asked and except for the indemnity
from Great Britain which obviously condition put for
ward for trading purposes German practically
a call quits proposition
Boundaries would be restored except Alsace and Lor
rane and Germany would profit by her extension Po
land and her virtual control of the Balkans and Turkey
President Wilson sufficiently touch with the British
and French ambassadors know that these
tirey unsatisfactory the allies and that any efforts
mediation by him this time would be distinctly unwecome
In spite OF the discouraged mood of the British the
time and their wrangng the Asquith cabinet
conviction strong in England that the be
fought to the end.
declaration OF the new premier OF France M. BRAND,
IL. IL. ,t..rn, IL. IT,
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-11-10

WAS TRYING TO ESCAPE
BERLIN. Nov l0.-An Aust '-ian
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The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-11-10

II E is successful man. By reputs
IL Seattleites who have accented
advantage of a mistake. He took
honorable man. He is good" ma,
Read the successful mans story on d
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-11-10
Allies Are Feeling More Confident

declaration OF the new premier OF france,
correctly expresses the sentiment of that nation.
Evening star., 1915-07-25
For some unknown reason +

For some unknown reason the locust
blight, which for the last few years
has scared and withered locust
trees in this region to such an extent
as to give them. at this season of the
year, the appearance they usually pre-
sent in the autumn, has failed to make
Its appearance this year. Except in
isolated localities; and even then not on
country dwellers are wondering why
The blight. it has been found. is caused
BY a tiny beetle which burrows within
the leaves of the trees. and which, eat
ing out the cellular tissue between the
two surfaces of the leaves. causes them
to wither, turn brown and drop from
the trees No method of combating
the blight has as yet been found, for
the reason that its cause cannot be
reached by spraying or similar treat
ment. Whether OF not the cool spring
and summer has had anything to do
with the failure of the blight to make
it's appearance is not known. though
most persons whose trees have suf-
fered in years past ARE inclined to as
cribe this as the reason.
Evening star., 1915-07-25
All Around the Place.

mulch of coarse strawy manure,
straw or lawn clippings around the
roses. or covering the entire surface of
the rose bed may not present an espe-
cially attractive appearance, but the
presence of such mulch will go q
long way toward protecting the root
the midsummer sun. Frequent cult
vation of the soil around the bushes,
working in pulverized sheep manure
bone dust and once in while little
nitrate of soda, and keeping the mulch
in place. will keep the roses growing
and blooming profusely. especially if
the treatment is aided by frequent and
thorough watering.
The same is true of cannas, or of any
shrubs set out individually. II the
cannas, for instance, are cultivated
just as long as the work can be done,
with the free use of fertilizers such as
are mentioned; If the beds are watered
freely, in seasons Of drought, at least
cultivation, heavy mulch of clippings
from the lawn, or of straw or loose,
strawy manure, worked closely beneath
the plants and covering the ground to
the depth Of an inch or SO. the cannas
will not fail to respond to the treat
ment with such a display of gorgeous
bloom as is never seen on plants not SO
nurtured.
Turnips should always be sown on
soil that has already prodAced one
crop this season, otherwise they are
more than likely to be strong, rank
and pungent. If grown in new soil, or
If grown in soil too highly fertilized.
turnips are always likely to be too
bitter for use.
soon as the fruit Is gathered. Fall
pruning has been tried by experienced
horticulturists in all parts of the coun-
try. as well as by the governments
own horticulturists. all of. whom have
declared autumn to be the best time to
shape the trees.
Evening star., 1915-07-25

Any or all Of these materials can be
fed to growing chicks economically and
successfully.
SIt is desirab BILE to avoid the use of too
much fat. Large quantities of fat
forming materials are not necessary
during the summer. Furthermore. the
use of too fatty foods tends to restrict
the consumption Of protein and ash.
these two being very essential in the
formation of bone and flesh. which is
the object desired. Fatty foods are
very desirable in finishing off broiiers
and roasters for market Considerable
quantities of such material should be
fed two or three weeks before killing.
With these few general remarks the
following ration is recommended:
Evening star., 1915-07-25
CURTA|N-FRONT HOUSE
FOR FIFTY GROWN FOWLS
Fresh Air Without Draughts Pro-
vided for in Economical Structure.
Which Has Latest Improvements.
Prepared Roofing, Used to Cover Top
and Sides, Makes Use of Cheap
est Lumber Possible.
BY II. ARMSTRONG ROBERTS.
'Copyright. 1915,

Many who raise poultry appear to
think that any shack or derelict out
building which has outlived its original
purpose may be made to prolong its
age of usefulness by being converted
into chicken coop.
Chickens will live in quarters of this
kind, but they will not be contented and
comfortable
There is no reason why a coop"
should not be designed and built with
sufficient character and attractions to
discard the opprobrium associated with
coop" and earn for itself the dignity
of poultry house, or hen house, and at
the same time not overtaX the builders 8
pocketbook
Evening star., 1915-07-25

In addition. to the above ration,
mixture of one part cracked corn and
one part wheat should be fed twice
day, morning and night. broadcast
about the range. only enough being fed
so that the birds clean it up in from one
half to three-quarters of an hour after
feeding. The best development of flesh
and bone in the growing birds requires
a suitable ration, properly fed, and. an
ideal range where the birds can get
succulent green food and sanitary sur
roundingS.
Evening star., 1915-07-25
Ration for Growing Poultry.

The most essential and economical
method of feeding growing birds is by
using dry mash, supplemented by
cracked grain. The dry mash should
be fed out of doors. in large feeding
hoppers, which are made waterproof.
1t is possible to feed a part of the
cracked grain in hoppers. but it is gen.
orally preferred to feed the grain
broadcast about the range. The practice
of hand feeding insures a certain
among of personal attention to the
youngsters, which is necessary for the
best results.
The following dry mash is recon-
Evening star., 1915-07-25
Cost of House 14x16 Feet.

The accompanying sketches illustrate
type of house. 14x16 feet. that em-
bodies all the reuisite conditions: iqt is
an economical method of construction,
unobtrusive to the eye, and has a ca
pacity of fifty large fowls. or about
seventy Leghorns. Following is a list
OF the material required, and it's cost
together with an approximate idea of
the labor cost based on carpenters
wage of so cents an hour.
Evening star., 1915-07-25

The poultryman who clingS to his two
year-old hens without regard to their
desirability as breeders is simply rob-
bing himself. Such hens are now in
the midst of the molt and are not likely
to lay again until late in the fall.
Further than this. they have passed
their prime as layers. and even when
they do return to the job they will in
all proba abiity not lay more than two
present altitudinous prices of all kinds
of feed the hen that is not a so per cent
layer does not even earn her board, to
say nothing of the work of attending to
her, interest on investment, deprecia-
ton, etc. Unless the two-year-old hen
has shown pronounced capability as Il
breeder, and has produced exceptional
ly fine offspring, she is a liability, not
an asset in the flock. and her value de-
creases very rapidly as her age in
creases. Notwithstanding these facts.
many poultrymen persist in keeping and
feeding numbers of such non-produc-
ers. These are the men who are loud
est in declaring there is nothing in
keeping poultry.
The laying flock should contain none
but pullets of this seasons Matching.
There may be-and often are-last
they are mighty few and far between.
The layers best year is her pullet year,
and this is often true even for breed
ing purposes, Notwithstanding the dec
larations of a great many poultrymen
that mature breeders are best. An
early hatched pullet, brought to matur
ity without being forced, and possessing
vigor of constitution and plenty of
stamina, will make as good a breeder
as the average hen and better than
great many two-year-old hens that
have been kept for no other apparent
reason except that they are two years
old.
Not more than one poultryman in
half a dozen knows which of his hens
are producers and which are merely
boarders," said one of the few poultry
Evening star., 1915-07-25
Nests in Semi-Darkness.

Suspended from these are the nests,
with the side toward the rear wall open
for the hens to enter. The front of the
nests is a hinged lid that makes it con-
venient for the attendant to gather
eggs, renew the nesting material and
remove the setting. An arrangement
of this kind leaves the interior of the
nests in semi darkness. which is much
appreciated by the hen, and the Sc
clusion also discourages fighting and
4 popular practice when
the nests are exposed.
If the house is built on concrete piers
or on brick piers, as shown in the di-
agram, the space underneath will be
found of value to fowls. and will great
ly increase their yard space. 1t is an
excellent shelter in winter and offers
cool retreat in summer
,Cnryriaht 1917
Evening star., 1915-07-25

The foundation of this house is four
concrete piers, or it may rest on wood
posts. In localities where the soil is a
sandy loan and well drained, an earth
floor may be substituted for boards;
but care should be taken that this nat
ural floor is higher than the outside
ground level. and free from dampness
The sills are of 3x10 inches material,
floor joists 2x10 inches. spaced "a inches
apart. and covered with fair quality
of matched flooring. Ends, back wall,
roof and solid portions of the front are
of an ordinary grade of sheathing or
fencing, secured to 2x4 inches studding
and 2x6 inches rafters. This material
need not necessarily be free from knots,
for it is to be covered with prepared
roofing. A good grade of roofing should
be used, the two-p1y or medium weight
being put on both the roof and side
walls. Such use of prepared roofing
permits of most economical construc-
ton.
Evening star., 1915-07-25
OR SALE-HOUSES.
ILLUSTRATED.
MIDDAUGH & SHANNON'S

M1DDAUGH & SIiANNON'S
Petworth homes are
open for inspection every
day until 8 o'clock. They
are unequaled as to finish.
are constructed to give
lifetime OF perfect service.
and are located in a select
and improving neighbor-
hood.
S4.o5O
front and 40 feet deep. -Four large
bedrooms and sleepin. porchcs. art
brick open freplaces and every com
fort tina, makes a complete home.
S3.o75
Homes full 70 feet front. Six rooms
and sleeping porches. Hotwater heat.
Electricity. Large air space. Three
, story effect. Servants toilet. laundry.
S4,25o
nSmss with a,-s side csiSss sarSs and rnlse ,lee
porches Pantry Room for flowers
and ge,ahles.
To Inspect
Take 9th st. car marked soldiers
Home TO 9th and UpShur st>. NV
Over 1000 successful owners live in
our homes II may pay you to see
our sample" 40os 5th ST. NV. before
deciding Terms the same as rent.
Licensed Brokers. Authorized TO Sell.
Middaugh & Shannon, Inc,
Established 1899. 18th and ii NV.
No Place Like Home.
No Home Like Ours.
Evening star., 1915-07-25
Three Feet Open for Curtains.

The front wall is solid to point "a
inches above the floor line. and then
left open for a distance of SO inches
for two curtain frames. These may be
hinged at the top and made to swing
outward, or they may be portable and
secured in place by wooden buttons.
The latter method is preferable. mas
much as the frames are in use for
only about four months of the year, and
at other seasons may be stored else
where for safe keeping. a medium
weight, unbleached muslin is the proper
material for covering the frames, as
this covering should be porous and per-
nit circulation of fresh air without
draught.
The four windows located above the
top. and when swung outward will act
as shield against driving rains. Above
the windows, which is the highest
point in the building, there is ven
tilator across the entire front, made by
extending the rafters six inches beyond
projected end by an S-inch board. This
open space allows all foul air to pass
out, without fear Of rains driving in
On the inside of the window and cur
tain frame openings a close mesh wide
netting should be stretched as a safe
guard against rats, weasels or other
nocturnal marauderS.
The rooSts are located in the rear of
the house and are made from 2x3-inch
material, stood on edge, with the top
slightly rounded. They run the long
way of the house and are held in posi-
tion by wood cleat at either end and a
brace in the center. A smaller perch
is inadvisable. Dropping boards are
erected below the roosts at conven-
lent height for cleaning.
Evening star., 1915-07-25
Table of Suitable Feeds.

The following table shows food ma
terials which can be obtained at rea-
soma BILE and moderate prices. From this
the feeder can make up his own ration:
Evening star., 1915-07-25

$3.50
Corner. One of Park Views best
locations. Deep house. Square kitchen.
Hot-water heat. Attic. South front
Corner Warder CTthl and Newton NV.
$3.50
Overlooking Rock Greek Park. Ten
rooms Three toilets. Two sleeping
porches. Garage. Lot 40 IT. deep.
complete home with all the beauties
OF the country combined with the
conveniences and comforts of the city.
Conn. ave. cans No. POLL Park road.
S3.375
complete six-room home with
large lot. Well located. Will decorate
to suit. No. $50 18th st. Sc.
TERMS:
500 to $1,000 cash. Monthly ray
ments. including all interest go to
$50 according to priced home Sc
1ected.
Room 1910. Woodward Building
Licensed brokers authorized TO sell.
Evening star., 1915-07-25
AUCTION SALES.
ADAM A. WESCIILER, ACCTIONEEB

ADAM 4. wEscIILER. AUCTIoNEEK
Executors Sale of House
hold Furniture, Steinway
Piano, Handsome Chime
Hall Clock, Cut Glass,
China, Silverware, Books,
Ornaments, Etc, Con-
tanned in Premises No.
1864 Harvard St. NV.
BY virtue of an order Of the Supreme Court Of
Court; in re estate Frederick W. Rehrens de-
ceased, the undersigned executor will sell by
EHhc nrton T!hin tIs aH%vG G1s%ises
OF July. 1918. COMMENCING AT HALF PAST
Ten O'CLOCK AN. Handsome Chime Hall
Bedroom and Paror Furniture. Cut Glass. Silver
ware. Books. China. Ornaments. Carpets.
On view day before sale from pm. to 6 pm.
CHAs. II. BAuMAN. Executor.
CHAPLIN r. BAt'MAN.
Attorney for Executor. jy23.d&dhs
ESTATE ESTATE cGy,xr y RRENTwoon E;rW, PRINCE
BY virtue OF the power contained In the mort
gage from Albert bowling anil wife. the under
signed will Offer nt public sale on the premises:
TWO-THlRTY O'CLOCK PM. four lots. each
fronting on Campbell street. fifty feet, with a
depth Of 1aS feet: being numbered >. 9, 80 and 8,
provcments consist of two-story. 1O-room
dwelling. with front and side porches. The
property is high and beautifully located. with
plenty of shade. accessible to electric cars.
schools and churches.
PHIL. II. TUCK, 207 y Calvert St. Baltimore,
Md jy22-9t
Evening star., 1915-07-25
FARMS.
FOR SALE.

IMPROVED NEW JERSEY COUNTRY
properties between Philadelphia and New York
fine farms. country places. Delaware river bank
mansions handsome suburban properties. near
railroad trolley: choice fruit. poultry truck
stock and dairy farms: all sizes. all purposes
list free. A. W. DRESSER Dept. w. Bur
lington. \. J.
Evening star., 1915-07-25

GRAND VACATION CRUISE.
NO HEAT, NO HAY FEVER
/ ODAY sort5sfs nor sasF"ss Cruise $ Smm:W
Visiting Foreign America.
Equal in interest, novelty and healthfulness 70 a
European crnise. Visiting HALIFAX. Nova Sco-
tia, the land of EvanSelne. and ST. JOHNS
Newfoundland. tie Norway Of America. vis the
Red Cross Line
lIEL, fitted with every convenience and slfety
devtS.. Cost of trip includes every essential e1.
pense Z DAYS at sea and in port. Splendid
cuisine orchestra sea sports. Ship IL your hotel
for the entire trip. Write today for illustrated
booklet 8S.
BoWRING & COMPANY. 1. Battery Pl.. n. 7.
Evening star., 1915-07-25
STEAMSHIPS.

Potomac River Landings
BALTIMORE.
Steamers leave eth st. wharf for Baltimore and
river points Monday. Wednesday and Saturday. 4
pm. arrive Baltimore secoEd morning out. Leave
Baltimore. pier 3. Light St. Monday. Wednesday
and Saturday, Pm: arrive Washington second
morning ont. River freight prepaid Passenger
service frst-class. Freight received until 3:4J
pm. on sailing days
JOS. r. STEPHENSON. Agent.
Maryland. Delaware and Virginia Rwy. Co.
Telephone Main I45. eth st. wharf.
Evening star., 1915-07-25

Replying to an inquiry from a River
la for preserving eggs by means of
water glass may be had by addressing
the division of publications. Depart
ment of Agriculture. which will send
bulletin containing the desired informa-
tion free Of charge.
Evening star., 1915-07-25

SIN PRETTY NEW GROOM AND BATH BUN
galows: hot-water heat: electric lights: sewer:
gas and city water; beautiful paper and
shades: gas logs: full cellar and atfic only
y square from Riverdale cars: get of at 18th
and Il. l. ave. ne: two sold: price. $3.50:
$500 cash. balance $21 so per month; always
open from TO week days and all day Sunday
W. p MCDOWELL. 1921 G st. NV.
Evening star., 1915-07-25

ANtioRA-Young female: will sell or EXCHANGE
for kitten of anne breed. Telephone y. SO.
Observation-Disclosures COLLIE with splendid
ptips Call at 1904 Lamont, or phone Col iii
after Z pm. 20
cot NTRY kENNELS-Au dog comforts: bath,
grass. sun. shade. For sale, collies Airedales.
one white bull terrier pup. Hospital for AMI
mails, 2115 14th ST. NV: phone No. l603.
TWO HUNDRED THOROUGHBRED WHITE
leghorn hens. T. J. Boyle. II Conduit road
Phone West 327.
BANTAMs-Fine Golden seabrisbts. laying, Sc
per pair 1904 Morse st. ne.
Evening star., 1915-07-25

Not more than one poultryman in
half a dozen knows which of his hens
are producers and which are merely
boarders." said one of the few poultry
Evening star., 1915-07-25

FOR SALE-AN EXTREMELY AT
tractive Chevy Chase home. at
very low price: $6.T50. Lot SOxlOo:
seven rooms. reception hall and bath;
hot-water heat: electric lights: in
dependent water system. with electric
lights: house is brand-new. and is 10
Gated across the street from one of
the show places of the section. Brook
vile road. north of Raymond street.
THOMAS j. FISHER & co, INC,
13S 18th st. NV.
The Washington times., 1915-04-21
HINTS TO AID EVENING
VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS
U. S. Bureau of Education Pub
fishes Circular Describing
Essence of Success.

Attracting attention today among
educators in Washington interested in
the problems of vocational education Is
a circular just issued by the United
States Bureau of Education on the
Essence of Success in Evening Vo-
cational Work"
THE function OF evening vocationar
work Is not to teach vocations, but to
supplement the experience the day work.
er Is gaining from his work with the
instruction and experience" the circular
states.
Superintendent l.. L. Thurston, AS
sistant Superintendent s. T.. Manner.
and other school officials. have been
much interested in the opportunities Of
fered by the evening schools Of Wash
ington. For several years efforts have
been made to have them kept open
longer. AS soon as this Is accomplished.
1t Is said, an attempt will be made to
change the curricuums and bring them
more. closely into relation with voca-
tional work.
"A mans job In the industries is not
The Washington times., 1915-04-21
julius |. Peyser Heads
Shad Bake Committee

julius !. Peyser has been selected as
chairman of the committee which will
have charge of the annual shad bake OF
the members of the District bar at
Chesapeake Beach on May ID. The
members of the District Supreme Court
bench will be guests of the lawyers,
Other members of the committee In
cludc Edward S. Bailey. w. c. Balder-
burg, Evans Browne. John b. Daish.
Charles II. Bales. Charles W. Darr, Ed
win c. Dutton, w. Gwynn Gardiner.
Byron L. Graham. Leo p. Harlow. Guy
Nj. johnson, William N. Linkins. r. B.
Fl. Lyon, Crandall aackey, ID. w.
O'Donoghue, G. w. Offutt. jr., Maurice
D. Rosenberg. James NJ. Proctor. Joseph
c. Sheehy. George c. Shinn, John Lewis
Smith. Mark Stearman. H. Winship
Wheatley, Roger J. Whiteford.
The Washington times., 1915-04-21

fixed. but changing" the circular says,
and often a,disappcaring q, thing. Even
ing vocational schools should anticipate
char ges. They should keep up-to-date
Oh new Industrial methods, and should
SO organize new Information that II
may be taught to men who need It,"
getting the proper instructors for voca-
tional work.
Good demonstration Is more essential
In evening than in day work." II is
stated. Men entering evening voca-
tional classes have not as a rule minds
trained to learn from the printed page.
Furthermore, they are weary from
days work and find 1t difficult to con-
centrate.
The Washington times., 1915-04-21
LOCAL MENTION.

Chas Chaplin Daily. Virginia. COS 8 st.
Phone Main $500
And put your Want Ad in The Evening
T1uoes.
The Washington times., 1915-04-21
Relief Society Elects
Miss Heth President

Officers of the Southern Relief So
ciety were named last night at the
meeting of that organization, held in
the New willard Hotel.
Miss N. r. Heth was named presi-
dent. Other officers elected wern:
First vice president, Mrs. Claude
Swanson, wife of Senator Swanson
OF Virginia; second vice president.
.Mrs. Archibald Young; recording Sec
retary. Mrs. Lawrence II. Guirollo;
corresponding secretary. Mrs. ]. N.
Frey; chairman of relief. Mrs. George
Covington; chairman of executive
committee, Mrs. Frances Chrisholm.
In the absence Of the president. Mrs.
Young presided.