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Evening star., 1915-05-28
Pork" and the Remedy.

This is taken from an address de-
livered by Representative Fitzgerald
of Brooklyn to the committee on
finance OF the New York constitu-
tional convention, in which he as
serted that the federal government
spends about twenty million dollars
annually on public buildings for po-
litical patronage:
We don't provide public buildings
for the public service. We provide
them to meet political exigencies in
certain localities We pay New York
prices in sagebrush communities for
lots. and all over the United States
YOU can tlnd buildings valued at from
$4,000 to $4,000 in communities OF
from 1000 to 5000 population"
How would you stop this?' asked
one of the committeeman.
"If you would elect a President to
veto these bills once i'll a while you
would stop it, declared Mr.. Fitz-
gerald"
There arc two pork barrels" So
called. One contains appropriations
for improving rivers and harbors, and
the other for erecting public build
ings. Both have been under criti-
cism for long time, and both have
deserved much of the censurc that
has been passed on them. Both
however. have survived, and have
even been growing larger. The,
have seemed TO thrive under censurc
There are rivers and harbors which
because OF their size and importance
have deserved all that the nationa
government has done for them. They
enter into the equation of nationa
transportation. They should be KEEP
III aud ready for business. Their.
arc cities and towns which becaus,
OF their size and prospects have de
Evening star., 1915-05-28

served the recognition the govern
ment has given them in the way OF
public buildings.
But these deserving streams and
places have been forced into glaring-
ly undeserving associations. They
have been forced to carry heavy
burdens. Inconsequential streams
and obscure localities have received
appropriations from the national
government out of all proportion to
their claims. admitting claims at all.
by linking them with indisputably
worthy objects of consideration. And
so the figures have been raised TO
such a height. sort of scandal-Mr.
Fitzgerald calls it IAN absolute
crime"-has fixed general attention.
But Mr.. Fitzgerald's remedy begs
the question. Why put the matter
up to the President? Why should
not Congress itself stop the abuse !!
1t originates i'll Congress. and open
ly. Nothing is done in corner. Pub
lie building bills arc introduced and
referred. \ committee on rivers and
harbors sits for the express purpose
of examining estimates and listening
to those interested in that kind of
public Improvement.
Mr.. Burton showed in his closing
services in the Senate what could be
accomplished by an earnest appeal 10
reason on this score. \ congress
sional veto rather than d prcsiden-
tial veto is the remedy. and Congress
>houlJ aDp1y it
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Starting the Ball.

Not one oi the twelve questions
propoundcd by the democratic man
ayers with the view OF sounding pub
lie sentiment as to the political sI'-
nation relates in direct terms to the
denomination OF Mr.. Wilson. That
action seems 10 have been taken tor
granted. 1t should have been. rs
matters stand the party has no othcr
candidate. To rcpudiate Mr.. Wilson
would hc to confess failure. and to
confess failure would be to hand over
the country on silver salver to the
republicans. If the democrats can
not elect Mr.. Wilson they cannot
elect anybody. Other refuge have
they none.
The purpose of the interrosatories
is to ascertain how Mr.. Wilson's pol
jeies arc regarded. and the object OF
gathering the information has prob
ablv a congressional bearing. III
other words. If the SiNty-tlird Con
press erred in any case under Nj.
Wilson's direction. will it be III the
power of the Sixty-fourth Congress
to correct the error in time Tor CT
feet at the polls next year,
Business is still depressed. The
new tariff law has failed. The new
currency law is making way slowly
Much objection is heard to the new
trust regulations Promises made at
Baltimore still unfulhlled are sub
jects of discussion.
All these and other matters will be
brought up at the coming session
of the new Congress. The republi-
cans will be loaded for bear. Ma
terial for the approaching presiden-
tial campaign will be in great re-
quest. b
What is the pleasure of the couir
try? What can and should be done
to give relief where relief is plainly
necessary? Full responsibility is
still with the democrats. They will
again control both houses of Con-
gress. and Congress will be expected
to cooperate with the President.
What Mr.. Wilson calls teamwork
will be imperative.
The answers to these questions will
be confidential so far as the general
public is concerned. But those who
have need of the information will get
it and be governed by it. The time
approaches when public sentiment
will weigh heavily with party leaders.
What the people want and show a
spirit to insist upon they will be
likely to receive.
Naturally, the democratic managers
want the latest news about the
enemy-how much harmony is show
ing in the republican camp. and how
much more is being played for. They
we'll understand that a reunited op-
position will mean the liveliest sort
of contest next year.
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Luncheon Requisites
For the Memorial Day Outing.

Rose Bouche Sardines, cans for Csc.
r. & r. Potted Ham. 15c can.
r. & r. Potted Tongue, 15c can.
K. & r. Potted Chicken, zoe and 35c
can.
R. & R. Boneless Chicken, s5c and $50
can.
Underwoods Deviled Ham, 15c ana
Csc can.
Best Columbia River Salmon. 15c and
25c can.
Takhoma Biscuits. &c package.
kellogg's Ripe Olives. 25c can.
Fancy Queen Olives, jars for soc.
Tuna Fish, blue sea brand, 15c and
25c can.
Shivar Ginger Ale. s1.1o doz. bottles
Red Wing Concord Grape Juice, 15c,
Csc and 45c bottle.
Red Wing Catawba Grape Juice, ESQ
and soc bottle.
Red Wing Pure Sweet Apple Cider.
25c bottle.
Fancy Florida Oranges. 45c dozen.
Fancy Navel Oranges. 40c do8en.
Large Fancy Messina Lemons. $50
dozen.
Winesap Apples, 46c dozen.
Sunshine Butterthins, 10c package.
Sunshine Afternoon Tea Cakes. loo
package.
Fifth door. r street
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Becker's Appeal Denied.

Refusal by the court of appeals in
New York to overturn the verdict
rendered in the second trial Of
Charles Becker. formerly lieutenant
of police in New York city, exhausts
his direct legal resources for escape
from execution. He has now only
before him the possibility Of inter
vention by the Supreme Court Of the
United States, which is extremely un-
likely, or executive clemency. 1t has
Evening star., 1915-05-28
New Popular Priced
Ankle Ties for Girls of All Aees.

This is new line Of Ankle Ties that we have Just
brought out this spring and they exceptional quail
ty and moderation Of price Especially good styles high
grade stock used throughout, and the best of shoe
making.
Ankestrap Ties in gun metal calfskn and
white canvas with Goodyear welt soies orthopedic
Sizes s1t to 1O1z. spring heels. $500
Sizes II to = spring and nat heels. s2 50 pair.
TIES with Goodyear welt soes and college
10 pair. - ~ s -A'
hoor Tenth hsteet
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Solemn Reminder.


Oh, the world has moved on to the
threshold of June,
Where the roses are blossoming
fair.
And the bees in the garden are hum
ming tune
That is fraught with a melody
rare.
But the perfume unnoted floats out
to the sky
And you heed not the sunshine or
shade,
A. the annual question demands a
reply:
"oh. say; have your taxes been
paid?"
You cannot restrain a sensation of
gloom,
AS you wonder why things should
be so;
Why the roses are blooming at so
much per bloom.
And the grass demands wages to
grow.
The pleasures of June are ecstatic,
tits true,
Yet you wish that they might be
delayed,
As Conscience reminds you that May
is most through,
And asks, Have your taxes been
paid1"
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Infants New Short Dresses.

Dainty and inexpensive Dresses for infants. While they
good quality and prety made yet they not
expensive feature we'll worthy of consideration they are
S outgrown.
in months. 1-year and 2year sizes
finished with embroidery
-
French knots finished with embroidery
edge: 75c
with round yoke and trimming of en-
nainsook with finely
neck and sleeves finished
beading and ribbon: &l25 -,
Nansook Short Dresses round yoke trimmed With
embroidery
Insertion embroidery and lace edge $3.50 each
Evening star., 1915-05-28
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
An Apprehension.

rs that dog Of yours intelligent?'
"Yessuh." replied Erastus Pinkley.
"He kin do everything but talk an
sometimes when he's been out late
wifi me in de evenin' Is kind O
skeered dat he might take sudden
notion to do dat"
Evening star., 1915-05-28
His Position in the Matter.

Can / sell you some hair tonic?"
asked the bald headed barber.
"Why do you try to sell me hair
tonic when you need it yourself?"
I'm a horrible example of what
will happen if you don't take care"
Evening star., 1915-05-28

If Lord Kitchener can dominate
the English public as easily as he
does his cabinet associates, there will
not be much difficulty about his put
ting his plans through.
Evening star., 1915-05-28
A Test.

AT last said the young woman,
81 am sure that | have made my COM
mencement essay properly profound
and dignifed."
How do you know"
Il read it to father and he didn't
understand a word of it."
Evening star., 1915-05-28
An Exceptionally Fine
Couch Hammock
Special Price, A.5.

ACouch Hammock that may be
hung on the porch or lawn. or
taken with you on your vacation
trips. Made of heavy white can
vas duck, complete with mat
tress and windshield. Comfort
able, durable and thoroughly re-
liable in every respect. It is the
best couch hammock obtainable
at a low price. Special, $4.75.
Stands of best steel tubing,
$2.o5 each.
Fourth Aoor, center.
Evening star., 1915-05-28

The same sentiment that created
the hyphen in designating citizens of
foreign extraction. the sentiment of
love for home. must efface it if hos
tility to the real home country threat
ems
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Pure Toilet Accessories.

Djer Kiss Talcum Powder, Csc box.
Amolin Tooth Powder. l5c and CSC
box.
Sanitol Tooth Powder, 1Sc box.
Sanitol Tooth Paste. 13c tube.
Pot Pourri Of Rose Leaves. Soc and
s.. 90 jar.
Old English Lavender. Soc 5ar.
Wanous' Shampoo Bags, for .bo.
Rubber Gloves, 76o pair.
Bakers Best Camphor. S6c lb.
Evening star., 1915-05-28
An Important Difference.

You realize that you are but a
servant of the people"
Not exactly" replied Senator
Sorghum. II can't help feeling that
I have lot more respect for the peo-
pie than many servants have for
their employers.
Evening star., 1915-05-28

W. & L. Turkish Bath Soap. So cake,
soc dozen.
". & L. Original Bouquet Soap. 10c
cake, s for $50.
Woodbury's Facial Soap, ITO cake.
Packers Tar Soap. lao cake.
Paper Towels, 100 for S5c
Paper Towels. Its in roll, Soc.
Lewy's Packing Camphor, 25c box.
Sullivsn's Ounce Lotion. $50 bottle.
Main door. q stxsst-
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Women's and Misses New Sport and
Outing Hats in Unsurpassed Variety.

Hats suitable for every branch of sport and outdoo
wear.
white Corduroy in closeftting shapes, and cordu-
oShanters.
White Felt Hats, with coored self facngs
raw
Hats. wi brims.
Cloth
Kid plain and WI wit band
White Satin with black trimming
White Kid
and II a The
vailing fitting shapes.
Evening star., 1915-05-28

The Evening Star. with the sunday
morning edition. is delivered by carriers
within the city at A. cents per month:
daily only - cents per month Sunday
only 20 cents per month. Orders may ne
sent by mail. or telephone Main :4io
Collection is made by carrier at the end
of each month.
Evening star., 1915-05-28

Whatever shadings his political
views may have taken on, Col. Roose-
welt is still first and last an aggres-
sive.
Evening star., 1915-05-28

The Sultan of Turkey, although
frequently invited to visit Asia Minor.
does not develop any symptoms of
wanderlust.
Evening star., 1915-05-28

II rich young women follow an ex-
ample recently set and devote them
selves to Broadway revels, New York
may as we'll prepare for curfew
law.
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Making Ready, Perhaps.

Prom the Cleveland Plain Dealer.
A large number Of Washington So
ciety women have taken up the study
Of parliamentary law. But, ladies, you
can't be elected to Congress from the
District Of Columbia.
Evening star., 1915-05-28

Having said nothing that could give
him immunity. Becker can hardly ex-
peot much advantage in talking from
motives of revenge.
Evening star., 1915-05-28
New Brassieres for
Wear With Warm Weather Frocks.

Light cool and dainty models of rich lace and embroidery
with lace straps the shoulders also Of fine fancy
soft silk Ireeos and Nets with ribbon the houl
der The Bandeau Brasere for with full
made Of linen embroidery Many different designs all very
handsome under the thin bouses which being
The Brassieres with the shield very essential for
weather wear the shield never gets out Of place.
Strapless silk, with nothing over
shoulder
desirable at
prices ranging from ~ - ~
SOC to $500 each
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Three New w. 4 L.
Toilet Preparations.

Three pure creams, prepared in the
most sanitary and hygienic manner,
of ingredients best suited to bring
the most satisfactory results.
". q L. Rose Peroxide Cream, . pure
non-greasy cream for tho sldn.
25c jar.
W. & L. Witch Hazel Cream, q cold
cream for chapped or rough skin, sun
burn and tho complexion.
26c jar.
Sans odsur. a dainty and pure prepa-
ration to be used as deoderant for the
toilet.
10c jaY.
Main aoer. strest.
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Chilly Occupation.

A poet sang of rosy June
And lightly touched his Tyre,
But had to interrupt his tune
To go and start the FIRE.
Evening star., 1915-05-28

The richest man in China is men
toned as among the visitors. 1t is
an excellent time to pick up some
very desirable American investments.
Evening star., 1915-05-28

A policy of neutrality did not rem
der Italy Indifferent to the advan-
tages of preparedness for war.
Evening star., 1915-05-28

Washington's club evidently recog-
nizes base ball as "a summer pastimc
and not as lingering winter sport.
Evening star., 1915-05-28

Portugal has done its best to get
into harmony with the warlike con-
ditions that prevail on the continent.
Evening star., 1915-05-28

Some of Billy Sundays auditors
would be severely reproved if they
went home and tried to initiate his
style OF language
Evening star., 1915-05-28

r1.sh,r iu advance hr mail pnstlr" prohain
IaiIy SUNDAY included. month 80 cents
psilv SUNDAY excepted. ono month. ~ rents.
SATURDAY. Star. 81 yeas: Sunday star. S--'o seaF-
Evening star., 1915-05-28

Talk of trading with South Amer
ican nations is more hopeful than
talk of fighting with Europe.
Evening star., 1915-05-28

China still has the open door,
though Japan keeps hand on the
latchstring.
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Parasols for Little Girls.

Silk Paraol in light blue pink white and green with mar
row dresden borders, SI.so each
Dresden Silk Parasols, trimmed with ruaes of light blue
pink and white silk. sIz5 and sLso each.
Colored Silk Parasos finished with narrow rudes of silk
$3.50 each.
G
Evening star., 1915-05-28

Mexico does not permit any pre-
dictions as to when peace will be de-
clared within her borders.
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Two New Dolls
For the Little Tots:

BINNEY (GIRL)
BINKS (BOY) -
The washable hug-a-bye
Pillow Doll that baby can
take to bed; soft and light
as a pillow.
Absolutely new, dressed in
fast color clothes which can
be removed for washing.
$l.@ each.
Fourth door. B strsst.
Evening star., 1915-05-28
The Evening Star Newspaper Company

Business Office, 11th ST. and Pennsylvania
Avenue.
New York Office: Tribune Building.
Chicago ONCE: First National Bank
Building
European Office: Regent ST., London,
England.
Evening star., 1915-05-28

A swallow does not suffice to make
a summer and neither does a straw
hat
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Spend the Money!
From the Dallas News.

From the Dallas NeWA
II John Cotesworth Pinkney was
for defense" let US build some more
navy.
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Girls and Misses
Wash Skirts, MILDLY Blouses and Wash Dresses

The ideal garments for all outdoor outings pcnics,
canoe trips and summer vacation Shown numer-
Gus styles and properly priced
Evening star., 1915-05-28
MILDLY Blouses,
Sl.OO to $500.

The MILDLY Blouse is the
accepted garment for out
ings of all kinds and every
girl should have at least one
white or blue. and some with
sleeves: laced up the front
only. Also plain khaki and
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Wash Skirts,
$3.95 to $5.75.

Golf cord, corduroys.
honeycomb cloths, Palm
Beach cloth, rep, pique. CAB
ardine, fancy madras and
khaki. In white, tan, nat
ural, blue. rose and fancy
striped effects. Full plated.
circular, yoke, panel and
every good style that the
season demands. Nearly
every skirt has pockets, and
in these there are countless
designs.
Evening star., 1915-05-28
wash Dresses, $50 to $z9s.

Ginghams, pereaes. lawns ehanbrsys and ynies IN PLAIN
coors p1aids Stripes checks, figured and floral designs
good many styles have fancy white collar and cuffs OF plain
eoored collar the checked and plaid designs
most Of them front Threequarter sleeves and low
neck.
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Women's Inexpensive Parasols
and New Walking Sticks.

Parasos especially suited for vacation and outing
purposes, made of durable plain colored silks.
Silk Parasols, in all the plain shades, $500.
Colored Silk Parasols. in palm shape with carved
wood handles SAYS
Pongee Parasols. mounted Io-rib brass frames,
with carved wood handles, $500.
Wonlens Swagger Walking Sticks and Canes, in
variety of styles, woods and colors, $1So to $500.
The Popular Corduroy
Sport Coats, $4.75.
These Coats have proven SO popular that we have
not been able them fast enough for the girls
and desiring them.
In rose, lavender, gray pink. blue and white cordu-
roy with large patch pockets and sash belt in semNor-
folk effect lined throughout with white silk.
The Perfect Sport Outing and Street Garment,
and . Most Unusual Value, $475.
Adjoining Muslin
Evening star., 1915-05-28
The Bed Covering Department Offers
so Crinkled Din1ity Bedspreads
Adjoining Muslin Underwear.
Third door, F street.

With scalloped edges and cutout fit single
beds; SO feet and amply wide box springs
Specially priced at $1.S5 each.
Scoud 6oor
Evening star., 1915-05-28
We Have on Sale
1000 Yards of 36-inch
"Wamsutta" Longcloth

OF exceptional worth and perfect texture for fine under
garments and infants wear, at the
Special price of 15c per yard.
This material is made Of cambric and specially prepared
warns affordng and fine finish The value
exceptional
Seodno street.
Evening star., 1915-05-28

For Soc piece.
Regularly $1.M.
For 75c piece.
Regularly $1.50.
Main floor, Eleventh street
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Woo0war0 6 Iotbrop
New MISUNDERSTANDING
Mems Furnishings.

Shirts Mercerized Shirts White Chevo Sport Shirt.
Shirts.
Madras them attached collars and
style has half sleeves. Priced from $1O0 to $780,
excellent soft collars
Stocks
Hats
each; shapes and styles, $500 to $780,
silks the solid coeked
which becoming popular $7Ss Eng
ish sIso, Szeo and $ase
material in fit Of all
$780, to Garments
BATHING SUITSThe the seashore beach
Bathing would be well make selections
Bathing
$3.50 to $780, Bathing Suits, $500 and S4ss
F street
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Mems Summer and Outing Shoes.

Mems Summer and Outing Shoes.
- Footwear mar
G~aaga~S@M ably for any These
s@XS@N@Nsaassss particularly for sport and outing
3zSM NMSN
s17SSSsSas31 White Canvas Oxford Ties,
leather soles, $3.50.
White Canvas Tennis Oxfords.
M@@A..NsN.~sfxW rubber soles, $3.50.
M177Ga White Buckskin Tennis Ok
fords rubber soles. $3.50.
Genuine White Buokskn Osfords, leather soles, $500.
White Canvas Tennis Shoes high giving ankle support $75
White Canvas Tennis Oxfords light rubber soes $150
The Mo Oxfods eksln and rubber heels
sAoo
floor Tennst
Evening star., 1915-05-28

Pickle Forks, Berry Forks, O1fvo Forks,
Mustard Spoons. Children's Food
Pushers.
Almond Ladies, Sugar Ladies, Butter
Spreaders, Ice Tea Spoons.
Evening star., 1915-05-28
Special Sale of
Sterling Silver Flatware.

Sterling Silver Flatware for table use, in
excellent weight, at exactly half price.
The Chitina leader., 1915-05-18
PRESIDENTS NOTE TO GERMANY
MAY PROVE TURNING POINT

WASHINGTON, May 13-There continues to be
a subdued excitement around the various depart
ments Of the government and particularly the state
department. President Wilson's note of American
protest sent to Germany today It is said to be
straightforward and insistent. Among other demands
is the that there be further attacks by sub
marines on merchant ships carrying -combatants.
The reply to this is looked forward to with much
anxiety as it will largely determine the attitude of
the United States with reference to the European
Some of the administration officials express the belief
that the German Kaiser will make such amends and
concessions as may be necessary to preserve the
neutrality of this country. Others not hopeful
Late this afternoon stated that the attitude of
the note could be briefly summed up in the one
expression Germany must act bubble or promise
will be accepted The note conveys the information
that this country considers the killing of Americans
civilization.
The Chitina leader., 1915-05-18

AMSTERDAM, May 18-Gernanys to the
American note will be forwarded Thursday It is stated
with some authority that the reply will politely refuse to
change the method of warfare that has been INDUCED by
Germany This information has been obtained from those
high in authority
The Chitina leader., 1915-05-18

SEWARD, May 12-Ths town has emerged from what
considered for time might prove visitation that would
result in disaster to life and property Forest fires
evidence around Seward Monday afternoon During the
night they in intensity and early Tuesday morning thick
volumes of smoke filled the air and the fiery end
close to the outskirts of the town realized
that the situation becoming serious and that unless
checked the flames might sweep the residence and bust
section of the town.
The whole population called In addition to all
fire apparatus available bucket bgades established and
for several hours hot contest the meantime the
flames gradually working their way town Finally
of the railroad warehouses and shacks the outskirts
caught and burned down But about II o'clock the efforts
the population began tell and by the fire under
control It then gradually extngushed and fought
back again to the timbers.
The Chitina leader., 1915-05-18

Yesterday afternoon order issued that will result
in the closing of the restricted district in Cordova The matter
had been taken up with the District Attorney and result
the u S. Marshal acted wire received last evening
Deputy Marshal Brghtwell nstructng him to notify the
residents of the district that would be closed the night Of
May 81 thus giving time to make other
ments The present locality has been since town
Incorporated In fact set apart for that purpose by
the Townse Company and there has always been consider
able speculation who owned the property although is
in the Of certain individual