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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
The Old Songs.

From the Cincinnati TimesStar.
According to recent order of the state
board Of administration the pupils OF the
public schools of Kansas are to have
unique May day celebration. The first
day of the month they are to raise their
voices in the old-fashioned songs. There
Is nothing the matter with Kansas i'll this
latest idea. We are, of course, little
partial to old things. Time endows the
past with certain glamour. For instance,
the ''pies that mother used to make Is a
tribute more TO oldfashioned motherhood
than to the pies. The pies that are gone.
with their indigestible qualities forgotten,
any reputable baker of today could easily
surpass. But the old songs remain in
greater or less degree of popularity and
we know that they are superior to the
present product OF hurried tempo and
equally hurried composition. The Kan
sas idea is worth copying. Indeed, It
would be highly educational. 1t would
teach the child that there is such a thing
as melody, quality that has disappeared
in our weltering mass of syncopation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

urged, it would be a minority party.
Already, it is stated, much OF the Fort
Myer traiiic crosses the Potomac by the
Highway bridge. This is obviously a
| roundabout route. much more 80 thdn
the present bridge in Georgetown.
In view of these conditions it has
been proposed that the government
erect a bridge, wholly at its own ex-
pense. costing 100000. starting from
the foot of New York avenue. This is
approximately the site proposed for the
memorial bridge. If such position
were chosen the exact position should
be fixed with reference to the Lincoln
memorial. which is a short distance
south Of the end of New York avenue.
For the amount, tentatively named
bridge of truly monumental character
would be possible.
But a bridge from Georgetown to the
Virginia shore is practical daily ne
cessity. 1t should not be eliminated
from the program merely because OF
Virginia's obstinate position with re-
spect to the matter of cost Nor shoulo
the replacement of the Aqueduct bridge
become merely a matter of repairing
the present structure. The bridge Is
now officially declared to be unsafe It's
piers have long been in question. ana
there is little likelihood OF their repair
In such a manner as to warrant their
continued use. A new bridge is needed
in west Georgetown, whoever pays the
cost, whether the traction companies
alone or the traction companies. the
District and the United States together.
Whatever is done, there should be no
patchwork to lead to perennial question
about the stability of this much used
structure. and, moreover, the decision
should not be postponed much longer.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
Yesterday at the White House.

TIL. hearing at the White House yes
terday was in every way interesting
and the President staged 1t with APP
propriate ceremony. 1t was an exercise
of the right of petition. which holds 10
the President as we'll as to Congress
Those present had something important
10 say. and were entitled to the oppor-
tunity.
And vet the substance of all that was
said had previously been said by those
directly commissioned by the people
10 discuss the subject. The bill had
been passed by Congress after debate.
Each side had had its day in court, ana
been ably represented.
The President was not considering
the matter for the first time. He was
already advised of the main points on
both sides. Presumably, he had fol-
lowed the progress of the measure
through Congress, and knew something
of popular sentiment. for and against.
from reading the newspapers. Indeed.
gossip had concerned itself with his
own views, which it had set down as
opposed to the feature of the meas
ure-the literacy test-regarded as of
the greatest import
Still, the President did right in lis
tening to these pleas from nom official
sources. Ii he heard arguments with
which he was already familiar he lost
nothing. Ii he heard old views pre-
scented in a new way he gained some
thing. And if he got a steer" which
otherwise he would have missed, it was
Il signal triumph for the right of petit
ton.
A decision is expected early next
week. If the President signs he will
give his reasons, and for time the
matter will end. But if he vetoes an
effort will be made to pass the bill
over the veto, and that Will add to the
topics for debate when every hour in
Congress now Is worth its weight in goid
to those laboring to avert an extra ses-
sion.
Whichever side the President takes,
and whatever he may say in justifica-
zion OF his course, the question Will en-
ter into next years campaign. Neither
party is united on it, and present divi-
sions may widen as time passes. Twice
the proposition has faiied-once as the
result OF veto by a democratic Presi-
dent, Mr.. Cleveland, and once as the
result of a veto by a republican Presi-
dent, Mr.. Taft. Essentially, the PROPOSE
iion is the same now as then. the only
difference grows out of the war Advo-
Gates of the literacy test insist that
after the war the tide OF immigration
from Europe will rise higher tnan
ever. and that unless a check of this
kind is imposed we shall be swamped
with the most undesirable portions of
the European peoples
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
Lynchings.
from tue New York Times.


Lynchings are committed mostly by
towards, and quite largely by the riff-raff
of the neighborhood, inspired by rum. But
in most cases there are d few mob leaders
who are men of reputation in the COM
munity, and whose activity is the excuse
of the whisky soaked riff-raff who follow
them. If an attempt is made to punish
them. their standing in the vicinage, their
swagger and pose, and the sympathy of
their neighbors make their escape a fore
gone conclusion. Not until these men, the
real criminals, are sternly dealt with In
some outstanding trial will the reproach
that hangs over the south be removed. II
some southern governor. If some southern
Judge, would show Just once real intrepid
ity and fearlessness of consequences in
dealing with what has become a dastardly
and common crime. lynching would be-
come as questionable as any other felony
In that particular state. Let US hope that
we may Sc. that day come
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
The Bridge Problem.

The prospect for q new Aqueduct
bridge at OF near the site of the pres
cnt structure is reported to be un-
favorable IN view of the fact that tho
state of Virginia, through its repre-
sentat!ves in Congress. refuses to bear
any part OF the expense, while the War
Department favors the location of the
new bridge. from the point of view of
sctual convenience of communication,
at the foot of II street. That is to say,
81 the United States builds the bridge
strictly as means OF access to the
government property at Fort Myer and
Arlington. without reference to public
accommodation or artistic effect, and
81 to pay for 1t exclusively, it would
put the bridge east of GEORGETOWN,
Naturally, the Georgetown people arc
alarmed at such q prospect. and have
already entered protest against the To-
cation OF the bridge east of 34th street
whore there Is a good approach. Blu,
tho government. according to the pres
emit attitude of the House committee
considering the question, does not wan,
to pay the whole bill for a bridge a,
this point. In the uss Of which. 1t Ii
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

against certain Of the Presidents APP
pointments? And was he on the risht
side of those questions of legislation
which brought him into opposition 10
Senate?
Secretary Garrison is suggested TOT
Mr.. Marines seat. and Mr.. Folk TOT
Mr.. Reeds. Is there to be an admins
tration candidate against Mr. OGor-
man? Mr.. Gerard was backed by the
administration last fall. but lost heav-
lily. Would a candidate against MT.
OGorman for the democratic nomina-
tion-the administration fighting the
latter on the Panama canal tolls issue
and the patronage issue-fare better!
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
An Epoch of Unanimity.

A baby is the pet of fate.
The people who draw near it
All say that it is something great
And gather round to cheer it.
Its smiles are sought by every one;
Its frown is viewed with terror,
And nothing it has said or done
Is ever called an error.
Alas, these days it must forsake.
AS it is growing older,
The people who observe it make
Their criticisms holder.
Although in life it travels far
To high position, maybe
No man can be as popular
AS when he was u baby!
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
Administration Senate Candidates.

If, as suggested. Joseph W. Folk en-
tiers the lists against MIR. Reed for sena-
tor, there will be very interesting
contest in Missouri. Particularly II 1t
should be given out that he Is the ad-
ministration's candidate.
Mr.. Reed as senator has made repu-
tation for independence. He is dem
ocrat, and sits in the Senate for state
normally democratic. and now demo-
cratic, But he has had the courage to
differ with some of his party associates
about legislation and with the Presi-
dent about some cases Of patronage.
and in that way has incurred hostile
criticism In administration circles.
But his responsibility Is to the people
OF Missouri. and not to the President
He must wear his own hat. He must
cast his own vote. He must exercise
his own judgment in all matters COM
ing to his attention as senator.
When the time comes he must explain
his record to his home people. He must
show" them: and as they are Mis-
souriana he must make his performance
thorough Whether Justly or not. they
are regarded as the most inquisitive
people, and the hardest TO satisfy. on
earth. I'm from Missouri is sufti-
cient notification to anybody to ex-
plain.
In the matter of federal patronage
not simply Missouri patronage. but all
patronage upon which the Senate must
pass-Mr. Reed Is made by the Consti-
tuition an adviser of the President. His
obligations are as great as the Presi-
dents, II the President must investi-
gate before nominating, Mr.. Reed must
Investigate before confirming. II the
President Is at liberty to reject a name
submitted to him for appointment. Mr..
Reed is at liberty to reject nomina-
ton submitted to him for confirmation.
What the Missouri democrats will be
| asked to decide. therefore. will be
| whether or not Mr.. Reed in discharge
Of his constitutional duty acted wisely
and for tho best interests Of the party.
Was OF was not he justified in his stand
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
Autos for Millions.
From the Cleveland Leader.

The most impressive phase of tho
recent development of the automobile
Industry in America is the rapid widen
ing of the use of motor vehicles by
people of moderate means. 1t Is con-
version of what was once a virtual mo.
nopoly of the rich into a convenience
and source of enjoyment for millions
The evidence that this change Is going
on is overwhelming. The cheap and
moderate priced automobiles are the
dominant feature of the new ventures
in the motor car industry. They are
very conspicuous in the big shows of
the season. They swarm on the streets
and roads. The growth of certain
companies which make low-priced mo-
tor vehicles is noted all over the coun-
! try.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
Early Adjournment Next Year.

| Talk about an extra session suggests
a thing or two about the first regular
session of the new Congress.
! An important thing is that both par
! ties will want that session to be short
Both will have other fish to fry. Both
! will want their strong men in Con-
gress free-handed for as long u time as
possible before the national conven-
tons meet. If the session could be
brought to a close as early as May 10
both parties would benefit.
| III the opinion of some leading poll
( ticians, Mr.. Clark would have been
stronger at Baltimore if he had had Il
month free of all other matters to de-
vote to closing up his campaign for
the presidential nomination. His friends
| were very active and efficient, and ac-
complished a great deal for him.
| But some of them. as he was. were
| detained here by their congressional
duties, and obliged to work by proxy,
and therefore at a disadvantage. Con-
gress, it will be recalled, sat late that
| year, and was still in session when the
Baltimore convention met.
| Present appearances indicate that
there will be real 'hoss' race next
year. The democrats will work the
harder for being anxious. The repub-
licans will work the harder for having
made the democrats anxious. And If
| there is a prohibition entry-say of
Mr.. Hobson's speed and staying powers
he will add much to the excitement
and uncertainty.
This will make the solons on Capitol
Hill hustle. No democrat among them
will have a presidential boom of his
own to promote. for Mr.. Wilson is
likely to have q clear field. But at
least two republicans will be in the
picture-Mr. Mann and Mr.. Borah-and
both are much admired.
An extra session this year in the
spring or fall-would be so much to
be cleared for the supply bills, and
they could be passed easily by the
middle of May. That would leave at
least a month before the first conven-
ton met, and five or six weeks before
the second.
AS the democrats are in power, they
should be first in the field with their
nominations. Wilson and Marshall are
reasonably certain to be the men, but
the terms of the appeal, the platform,
cannot be forecast. Then will come
the republicans. and then the probihi-
tionists. and by the first or second week
Of July we should all know what is
what and who is who in the great
contest for the national prize.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
Jews and the War.
From the Chicago Post,


War has peculiar bitterness for the
Jewish race. The Jew has been loyal
to the government of the country in
which he lives. and thus finds himself
fighting his brethren under opposing
dags There are many Jews in the Rus
sian, Austrian and German armies, and
recent report says that more than
5000 are fighting in the ranks of the
British army. No less than $50 hold
commissions In the army and navy
Julius Ref. an Austrian Jew, fell In
battle few weeks ago, after a re-
markable record for personal daring
and courage. He rose from private tc
the rank of sergeant within a short
time following his enlistment, being
given his promotion on the field of con-
f1ict. At more than one critical juno
ture his heroic conduct was RESPONSE
BILE for turning defeat into victory.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDEr JOHNSON.
An Eve for Proportion.

do you think there is a chance that
bread Will get dearer?"
Il don't much care" exclaimed the
reckless person. thinning the slices
of bread may do something toward re-
storing the proper proportions in a
ham sandwich"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
The Pace.

You said you were going to explain
your position on some of these ques
TONS
whats the use of tryiug?' respond
ed Senator Sorghum. Il have shifted
my positions SO frequently-though 1
trust gracefully-that in order to ex-
teacher
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
Peaceful Fireside.

Every man has some arguments with
his wife. / suppose" said the worried
looking man.
Henrietta and | never argue" re-
piled Mr.. Meekton, complacently. Once
in a while ] make Il remark and Hen
rietta shows me exactly where 1 am
wrong. But we never argue"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

These on the 1Oc Table.
The Greatest Fact in Modern History-Whtelaw Reid
The Elegy of Faith-Willam RAIDER.
The Shadowy Waters-W. B. Yeats
American Character-R w. Emerson.
Great Riches-Charles w. Eliot.
Putting the Most Into Life-Booker T. Washington.
Physical Education-E. W. Gulick.
Mser Handley's Secret-A. W. Marehmont
Against Odds-Lawrenee l. Lynch.
The King of Honey Island-M Thompson.
The Girl and The Deal
Captain observation-disclosures
These ON the 25c Table.
Socialism and Superior Brains-George Bernard Shaw
Commonsense Of Municipal Trading-George Bernard
The Blessed Damosel-Rossetti
Everyday Essays-M. F. Washburne.
Flodden Field-A drama by Alfred Austin.
Young Mans Religion and His Fathers Faith-Waters
Christoloey-by Oliver C. Sabin
Cigarettes in Fact and Fancy.
Websters Practical Dictio. AIRY.
The Winning of Immortaity-F. Palmer.
Letters From England-Mrs. George Bancroft.
What Can Jesus Christ Do For Mcmillan Grenfell.
These on the Soc Table.
Books That Love-a handy volume of record
In the Grip Of the Nyika-by Patterson.
The Canterbury Pilgrims; a play,w1P Maekaye
A. B. {. Of the Motorcycle-W: ]. Jacknan.
That's a play-by Paul Wilstack.
Movement (photography)-by F. Marcy.
The Tenth Muse lanthoogy)-E Thomas.
sunshine Rain and Roses poems-by Allie Sharpe
The Little Valleys-Rev Charles M. HAIL
Tohn Paul Jones-H. Marion.
Letters of Dean Hole
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

U1p order to avoid DELAYS on ac g ,, p
nersonal absence letters TO THE STAR sNcole
rot be addressed TO any indy tlual connects1
With The once. but simply to THE STAB ~ ~
,be Editorial or Business Department accoeons
10 tenor purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

BY way Of emphasizing the courteous
spirit of her attitude, England is per-
fectly willing to offer in advance a po-
lite explanation of what is going to
happen to the Dacia.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

Carranza reports that Villa officers
are committing depredations in Mex
leo. The worst fears of Carranza and
Villa concerning each other are con-
stantly being realized.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
Inexhaustible Supply.

Oh. Hope is never left behind,
Though bitterly assailed;
New theories we always find
In place of those that failed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
A Large and Complete Exhibit o.
LIBERTY FABRICS,
WARES AND PRODUCTS
MAY Now Be Seen in the

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The genuine Liberty creations are not to be
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overskirts and evening wear, in blue and gold,
peach gold peach; 40 inches wide. !5c
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AURORA beautiful rainbow shadings; 40 inches
wide SI25 yard.
WOODRAY CREPE in black, amethyst, pink, light
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FIGURED in lovely patterns of old hello
trope. black. light blue pink and white; 40 inches
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EROS CREPE. soft Liberty in rose white tan.
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VELVETS, for the spring gowns and SUITS these
materials beautiful in black green. amethyst and
old blue; 40 inches wide, $500 yard.
ASPHODEI. exquisite fabric for the
for evening and afternoon wear in light blue, rose
green, turquoise blue. gold white pink. cream and
black; A inches wide $3.50 yard.
AMORA SATIN peach gray. white. old blue and hello
trope; ~ inches WIDE $500 yard
ASPAsIA SATIN. in peach. pink, white blue and
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THRACIAN CREPE in white, heliotrope, old blue,
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FIGURED lovely unusual patterns Liberty
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

Cooperation rather than competition
Is the life of trade in the opinion of
Mr.. George w. Perkins. Even that in
sidious influence. the epigram, is being
reformed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

Inc only way to increase Senator
Lodges distrust of some of the pur
chased ships would be to rechristen
them with hyphenated American
names.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

Republicans in Congress do not have
to listen to Senator Burton to know
that he Is a good talker.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

In considering the literacy test 1t may
be found. that some of the incoming
future citizens are desirable because of
the things they have not read.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

There is nothing in name, but the
energetic unrest of Roosevelt, n. j.,
suggests an interesting coincidence.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

Many an ardent socialist finally comes
around to his Shakespeare and admits
that it may be better to bear the ills
we have.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

Estimates indicating that ships can
be built at less cost abroad than here
present another great opening for the
made in America idea
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

Democrats opposed to the ship bill
run some risk of being regarded by
Secretary Bryan as belonging to the
undeserving class.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

One comforting suggestion with refer
ence to extra sessions remains. BY this
time Congress is used to them.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

The purchase of the Dacia is bringing
forward debaters who may as well eX-
pect to be referred to sooner or later
as sea LAWYERS.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

1t looks as if somebody had been get
ting Santo Domingo mixed up with
Santa Claus.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
EXtraVagance,

giant language, does he?"
"Extravagant? l should say So!
Costs $500 every time he talks to d
crowd"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

$500 Dress Trunks, 28=inch $3.50
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23

Some men, said Uncle Eben, lis so
tender hearted dat dey is almost will
in to make trouble fob friend, jes'
to show how kind an sympafhizin dey
kin be"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
The Most Important Feature Of Selecting a Corset
Is Having It Properly Fitted.

We several times the
show the who
advice knowledge
audc comfortably fitted
Third fnr,E Eleventh.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
THEODORE ". MOVES. :. Editor


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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1915-01-23
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