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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-07-15
PLAN WORKED OUT
TO PASS FOOD BILL
Democrats and Some Repub.
Iican Leaders Formulate
Measure for Control.
TO DROP sM0oT PROPOSAL

After day OF conferences. democratic
leaders working with some Of the repubN-
can leaders. who arc anxious to see the
food control bill put in shape and put
through Congress as speedily as possible.
evolved a plan late yesterday afternoon
which they believe will result in the pas
sage Of a satisfactory measure when the
vote is taken next Saturday IN the Senate.
Senators Martin. Simmons. Smith OF
Georgia. Hollis and Chamberlain. demo-
Gratis. and Senators Lodge. Smoot and
Kenyon, republicans. in informal conference
worked out a measure which will limit
tho operation Of the bill to food. feeds and
fuel, and will strike from the measure cot
ton. wool, steel and the other articles
which have been inserted in the Senate.
The bill will prohibit the use of food
stuffs or feeds in the manufacture OF dis
titled spirits, but will make no mention OF
beer and wine. 1t will also authorize the
President to commander such distilled
spirits in bond as may be deemed neces-
sary by him for the purpose Of manufac-
turing munitions and for hospital supplies.
May Drop smoot Amendment.
The smoot amendments. which directs
the President to purchase for the govern
ment all the distilled spirits in bond. will
go to conference unchanged. 1t Is ex-
pected that the Smoot amendment will be
dropped entirely in conference between
the two houses, or else 1t will be modified.
The conference was in no way binding,
but the leaders on both sides who attend
ed hope to be able to line up party men,
bers for this plan.
In the meantime the debate on the
food control bill dragged along in the
Senate yesterday without any action. The
committee amendment prohibiting the
members of the advisory commission OF
the council of national defense or any
Of 1t scommittees from making con-
tracts for the government with firms
they are interested in was before the
Senate, but no vote was had.
Senator France Criticises Bill.
Senator France of Maryland criticised
the bill, saying that it is wholly de-
structive in nature" He declared legis-
lation should be cumulative and not
restrictive" and that IL the present bill
is passed it will retard the strength OF
the nation at time when 1t is most
needed.
Il believe it would be blessing to
the people in the American cities for
wheat to go to So or 81 a bushel be-
tween now and next October" said
Senator France. He said this would
stimulate the planting of an increased
acreage by the farmers, and declared
there should be 2.000.000.000 bushel
crop next year, which would ultimately
reduce the price.
'I shudder to think Of what would be
the condition Of the people in the cities
a year from this fall should we pass
legislation which will discourage pro-
duction." he said.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-07-15

that adjournment be taken because the
political iituation was not yet sufacietly
clear for the government to take posi-
ton on the questions raised. DR.. Karl
Helfferich, secretary Of the interior and
vice chancellor, realized that the imperial
chancellor. DR.. Won Bethmann Houwsk,
had been prevented from appearing before
the committee because Of other urgent
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-07-15
CHILE HAS NEW CABINET.
Ministry Organized to Replace That
Which RESIGNED IulY IL.

SANTIAGO. Chile July IA now
Chilean ministry has been organized to
replace the cabinet which resigned on
July II. Tho new ministers are: In
terror. Ismael Tocornal; foreign affairs.
Arturo Busa; finance. Armando Que
zasa; Justice. Angel Guarello; war,
Pedro Nolasco Montenegro. and indus
try, Alberto Gonzales Errazurz.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-07-15
SEE GERMAN ADVANCE
IN KAISER'S MESSAGE
Especial Cablegram to The Sunday Sta,
and New York Times.)

and New York Times.)
THE HAGUE. July Recommending
on the kaisers message on suffrage, the
Tageblatt says: I'VE who have striyen
for years toward this goal need not say
how much We rejoice, even II the full
hllment OF the promise is somewhat
dampened by the form in which 1t Is
presented. II we understand Alright, the
reforms are to be made this fall"
The Vorwaerts says: AN idea which
for years the German people have striven
Yor Is nearing fulhllment. The intro
duction of universal suffrage means a
decided step forward toward democracy
for the whole Of Germany The gov
eminent OF free Prussia will no longer
act as an obstacle to progress"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-07-15
Joins the Quarterma,ter Reserve.

Henry Mllar Birdseye Of Washington
enlisted In the Quartermasters Reserve
Corps in Utica. N. Y. yesterday. 40
cording to word received hero last
night. He is to be assigned to In
fantry ammunition supply train Of the
National Guard.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-07-15
SENATE FELICITATES FRANCE,
Adopts Resolution on Anniversary
of Fall of the Bastile.

The Senate yesterday adopted a reso-
luton introduced by Senator New fell
citating the republic of France upon
the occasion Of the celebration Of the
128th anniversary Of the fall of the
Bastile.
The French embassy celebrated the
anniversary last night with a dinner.
attended by many prominent officials.
President Wilson was invited. but was
unable to attend.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-07-15

Since the beginning of the war Can
ada has provided 4.402 volunteers for
active military duty. and, in addition,
has sent 21.250 British reservists and
10000 men for the aerial and naval
services.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-07-15
TO KEEP DOWN PRICES
TO THE PRESENT LEVEL
Proposition Made in Danish Legis-
lative Assembly for Government
to Buy Crops.
Especial Cablegram to The Sunday Star
and New York Ttmes.)

COPENHAGEN. July IA (via London).
In the folketings meeting today Home
Minister Rodes brought in a bill about
the governments taking possession of
the Danlsh harvest of 1917. buying up of
potatoes and granting of subsidies 10
farmers Measures which will cost about
oo.ooo.ooo kroner are aiming to secure
to the population its chief supplies and
70 keep prices of bread. pork and lard on
the present level
The minister made speech in which
ne said the bill should help Danes to
hVe upon their own supplies in the
coming harvest year. The prospects
ior import was very dark. of course,
he continued
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-07-15
Hoping Against Blockade,

Danes are allowed to hone that ,
complete blockade would not be prac-
ticeo. the minister said, but 1t was
possible 1t was intended that neutral
states should undergo that privation
really was the intention It only nroved
That people who wanted this did not
know anything about neutral condi-
tlons-at all events. not the situation
of Denmark
All Danish efforts would. @, course
continually turn upon keeping peace
ana upon an earnest attempt to keep the
European famine outside the door
however strong II knocked, Minister
Rodes declared. He appealed to the So
cial spirit which made 1t necessary to
impose new burdens upon the shoulders
OF the population. We lived in peace
ne SAID. and yet we were a people in
distress. Our boat was TEMPEST tossed
but fortunately we were agreed. ali of
US, about our course
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-07-15
Effect Of Continuous Drought.

Owing to continuous drought pasture
lands are completely scorched and as
supplies of fodder from abroad are NOT
forthcoming owing to the war farmers
cannot support cattle. As a result caftls
markets in Copenhagen and else
%nere IN denmark are overstocked
Under these circumstances prices ha
fallen heavily. causing great losses to
farmers. Stocks of coffee are very linn
tied and II no fresh supplies arrive
shortly the country will be without cof-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-07-15

The first tubers on the northern
market each year come from Florida
Georgia and North and South Carolina
after the comparatively small supply
of Bermudas has disappeared This
year Georgia and North and South
Carolina potato growers cut very uttle
figure in the trade because a series of
rains just at the time when warmth
and sunshine were needed most rotted
the fruit instead of maturing 1t. It did
not take long to exhaust the Florida
crop and there were few "spuds" to be
had until the crop in the southern part
of Northampton county. the southern
most point on the eastern shore, could
be dug.
The growers there did not wait a
day after the roots got as large "A
duck eggs. The first day possible they
got out their potatoes. The result was
that until the middle Of June these
lucky farmers got $40 and $12 q barrel,
So scarce were potatoes in the north
and west that buyers from all over
the country rushed to Cape Charles and
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05
Count Won Bernstorf.

81 don't care what happens to me
now. l am out of politics forever;
my life work has failed"
Which graphically tells the story,
and no less plainly gives an insight
into the character of the man, Count
J. H. Won Bernstorf, as he passes
from the ranks of foreign diplomats
in America.
Actual horrors of war, bloodshed,
life in the trenches and barbarous
hatred are no less bitter than the
ruthless breaking of friendships and
public association. Washington, while
filled with the just spirit of patriot
ism and duty sustains distinct loss
in social, political and international
circles in the departure of Ambassa-
dor Won Bernstorff.
A gentleman, an able diplomat, and
courteous guest, he is now passing
through the most embarrassing period
that comes to public man. His ac-
tions in this trying moment have
been beyond the mildest criticism.
Buffeted between duty to his coun-
try and love for the people of the
United States, cumulative through
his years of residence here, he has
not faltered in his trust nor receded
in his personal feelings toward the
American people.
And his regret in passing is no
deeper than that which is today stir
ring the hearts of our people. The
loss of a personal friend can be but
an occasion of sadness; the loss of a
national friend calamity
In this light do the people of
America view Count Won Bernstorff's S
leaving and doubly so is the senti-
ment applicable to those of the city
of Washington.
God speed your excellency and may
the day not be far distant when we
may again return to tho basis upon
which we have known you!
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05
THERE WAS A DIFFERENCE,

Speaking at dinner in Washington
the other evening, Congressman P. D.
Decker, Of Missouri, referred to the
several degrees of theft, and httingly re-
called this little story:
One afternoon a rather detected look
ing individual was arrested on a charge
of stealing a loaf of bread. and taken
before a magistrate
II understand severely said the
magistrate in examining the prisoner,
that you admit taking the loaf of breao
in question"
"Yes. your honor" was the frank re-
joinder of the prisoner. Il took it all
right"
"You are wise in telling the truth, u
commented the magistrate. Have you
anything to say in defense of Your
action?"
mo, sir, answered the prisoner. Had
it been diamond necklace or super
six solitaire / might have pleaded kelp-
tomania, but it would be useless TO try
to work game like that with loaf OF
bread. d.'-Philadelphia Evening Telegraph
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05
THE NIGHT COURT.

Rosa is beautiful.
She hangs her head in shame:
Maia's eyes are clear and still;
She knows no blame
Lens Molly fights and swears;
'Ach. she's a devils child"
Big Murphy laughs and winks at me,
by God. she's wildr'
Lou tosses back her curis,
Her smile is wine. they say;
Karen was a laughing child,
Yesterday.
Old Katie's swollen lids
Hide depths OF somber fire
Oh, these scar and wasted things.
The ashes OF desire.
-Bsuiah E Amidon. In The Survey.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05
DOLLY MADISON BREAKFAST.
Annual Affair TO BE Given AZ VIII
lard February IL.

The annual Dolly Madison breakfast IN
honor Of Mrs Wilson, Mrs. Marshall and
wives of members OF the Cabinet Will ho
given by Mrs. William A Cdnop, pIes-
dent and the executive board OF the
Women's National Democratic League ~
the New Willard on February u
Hostesses desiring table reservations are
asked to communicate with Mrs. CuIlop.
Hostesses thus far are: Mrs Charlie
Boughton Wood, Mrs Matthew T. Scott
Mrs. J. Charles Lnthicum, Mrs. T. y.
Moran, Mrs. R ID. Sheppard. Miss Ruth
Norcross, Miss Flora Wilson. Mrs. Will
Inn F. Hancock, Mrs. James X. Jones and
Mrs. Frederick Young.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

William Jennings Bryan, in a state
mcnt issued to the press, says: Not
one American boy will go 5000 miles
across the sea to die under the ban
ner of any European nation" We
wonder if Mr.. Bryan ever heard of
the American Legion.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

THE READY GIFTS.
There's no use of talking to me
In a strain that's sad and gloomy,
Even though l can't deny the truth Of
what you say,
For have a pleasant notion
~tsplte of strife and its commotion
Man was made for Joy and loving, like
child at play.
And were all the world on trial
Past all matter o. denial,
I would still sing on and on my little
songs Of cheer
As a sort of happy duty.
Pointing out the gifts of beauty
Ready for our service even in the midst
Of fear.
fCopyrtrht Ell
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

There is rumor going the rounds
that owing to the international situ-
alton the suffragists will remove
their pickets from the White House.
There is much wisdom in such a
course. Picketing is all right as a
pastime, but the country has no time
Tor pastimes at present.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

The stock market broke both at the
news OF peace and at the news of
war. In this respect it was no diff
ferent from the spectators who al
ways go broke, if they follow the
ticker long enough.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

Just now the tendency in the United
States is to investigate. In city, State,
and nation, the rule seems to be to zap
point commission" II not a commits
sion, then there may be found a "sur-
vey economic, social, or otherwise
These inquests. quite naturally, bring
about at least one result, namely, the
enactment of more laws, and still more
laws. If the remedial measures on the
statute books, In many places, were en-
forced. there would be little need of in
uuiries and seldom need of a survey
Christian Science Monitor.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

a woman has just told the district
attorney OF New York City WI It
makes the New York children dev l.
ish. This is not half so large a pre- J.
lem in Gotham as what makes their
Pas and Mas devilish.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05
BAND CONCERT PROGRAM

A band concert viii Be- sven a. Marin.
Ba-1cks. al 80 .. m. ~ the Marine
Band Orch5trz, William H Ssntelmann.
leader, this afternoon:
March, Amidst Thunde- and
Cannon" .................-.-.. Mciu-c4s
Overture, Jolly Robbe-s'' '............ .Supps
odd FoIks al Home" and in foreiRn lania
IAN mtenAnonAl transcription o. the
American Folk song in the Musical Idirn
Of the following nAtions viz Frznce SCOT
land, Spain. Germany, Ireland, Italy and
Hungary
Scenes from ''SicHAn vespeTs'' .......verdi
Waltz Artists life. ............. -Strsu~
Characteristic FHntSsiA BY the
SWanee River ...-.......-.'.-.. hyddleton
Two movements from hSilet
EsIb1llIH a.--s-r.-s=s-.---..ssa huunSleln
CN Candle dGDcs Of the Bride a K.sob-
mir.
% Wedding Precision
Marines hmm The Halls Of Montszzma-
Star spGngled Banner"
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

Judging from the looks Of the
streets down town last night decla-
ration OF war would gladden. the
hearts OF one portion of the people,
the ncwsbcys.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

\ story comes from the other side
TO the effect that an American drum
mer tried to sell wooden leg to the
Queen Of Italy. Even this would not
be remarkable for the average Amer
ican salesman.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

There is a movement on foot to
brighten up Sixth avenue, New York
City. Washington will probably get
busy on Four-and-a-Half street.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

\ Chicago woman has declared that
the new quarter is immoral. 1t is a
sort OF immortality, however, that
viii not leave it lying in the gutter
should the average citizen see it there.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

The position OF the United States
was parallel to that of the innocent
bystander and wheu the innocent by
standcr is hit it is time for him to
leave the sidclines.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

The vessels sunk before the
Kaiscr's note went into effect don't
count. Germany probably figures on
these disasters as mere practicing.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

Only two women received Carnegie
medals last year, but it is safe to say
that many more deserved them, if
only for living with their husbands.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

The new Austrian Ambassador will
probably illustrate the words of an
crstwhilc popular song, "He walked
right in and nc turned around and he
walked right out again"
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

The "nost cordial relations" so
frequently quoted by Ambassador
Gerard have gone into the discard.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

Women Passengers Fall When
Elevator Drops" says a current head
line No ono expected that they
would remain stationary when the car
began It's unrestricted descent.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05
Jottings from Jokers

My boy might have been President
of the United States" What happen
ed?" He got married and his wife
wouldn't let him go into politics. De
troit Free Press.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

Visitor-I suppose Willie, that you can
spell the short words?
Willie (who hears much talk about au-
l can spell words of
four cylinders. s.-ChicaE Herald.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

renowned bids Kick like a forty-two
centimeter,' a prehistoric mule. doubt
less, which. the sncients employed with
fearful results; hence the saying: Kick
like a mule
Burst. Into Fame a. Wit.
A local dramatic critic, who MANAGED
lately TO get a view OF this priceless tome
has suddenly burst into fame as a wit
He said that a certain player at the
Actorium, hit with a paving stone flung
frc m the gallery by a disEusted auditor
was faattened out like dying welsh rab-
bit From this. il appears that the pop
ularity Of the welsh rabbit has not dim
inished from age TO age.
Now that this critic has been un-
masked, we would for his delectation.
quote a line from this curious first edf-
don: Critics are the eunuch OF art; they
talk about what they cannot do This is
a very ancient truism made use Of in the
pre-Rooseveitian era The new eS0th edi-
ton Of the Dictionary Of Smiles Just
at hand. contains many brilliant finEs AT
the critic persons, 10 wit"
At this point OF the reading. Henrfetta's
presigniicstions had to be discontinued
on account OF the ringing OF the curfew
bell
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

ADJUSTMENTS.
NationaI-"Ben- Hm," p. m.
Belasco-"Anas" SD p. m.
Keith's-vaudeville, 2:l5 and sl5 p. m.
Poli's-'Hans und Fritz" s:l5 p. m.
Gayety-Burlesque. 2I5 and Sis p m.
Cosmos-Yaudeyillc, 1880 10 Il 10 p. N.
Columbia Motion pictures, 10 80 a. m to II n m.
strand-Photoplays IL a. m. to II p. m.
Garien-Photoplays. II a. m. to Il ?. m.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05
Today's Events.

Banquet knights Of Momus. Rauscher's. s ?. M
Southern Relief Ball. Willard. D. N.
Talk on The War Crisis" by Miss Janet Rich
ards woodward & Lothrup auditorium, loIo .. N.
Lecture piano ensenble" Miss Ann Hull. Y. NJ.
O. A., 7;31 p. m.
Lecture. War Scenrt." Count ADdrSw Kal-
paschI. ikoF- Carmac Russian embassy. p. m.
Meeting Get together Committee, Retail Mcr-
chants Association at Commercial Club. p. m.
Meeting Legion Of Loyal Women. Raleigh D. m
Meeting Lincoln Park Citizens Association, in
Chapel OF Nativity lecture room Fourteenth street
and Massachusetts avenue southeast, 2. m
Meeting Presbyterian Ministers Association. New
York Avenue Presbyterian Church, 1870 a. m.
Carnival Of Nations auspices womans Guild, Pet
worth NJ. E. Church T:0 p. m.
Meeting Conduit Road Citizens Association, at
St. Dayid's Parish Hall. p. m.
Meeting Acacia Fraternity. Y. NJ. Q. A. p. m.
Concert lobby Y NJ c. A. p. m
Musical comedy, h OF c. Dramatic Club. Con
zaga Hall, p.
Concert benefit Of Children Of Alsace Lorraine.
All Souls Church, p. m.
Gage School p. m.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05
ALINE O. CHEER
EACH DAY o. THE YEAR.

Fnt prtutinz Of an original poem. written tD1
for The Washington Herald.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

'I once moved in the same circle with
Mrs. De Style" "G'wan." Fact, We
got on the same merry -go-round. kan
sas City journal.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05
THE READY GIFTS.

BY John Kendrick Bangs.
The Washington herald., 1917-02-05

The more you massage, steam.
manipulate and fuss about vouI
The Washington herald., 1917-01-23
SUFFERING CATS!
GIVE THIS MAN
THE GOLD MEDAL

Let folks step on your feet here
after; wear shoes a. size smaller if
you like, for corns, will never again
send electric sparks of pain through
you, according to this Cincinnati au-
thority.
He says that few drops of drug
called freezone, applied directly upon
a tender, aching corn, instantly re-
lieves soreness, and soon the entire
corn, root and all, lifts right out.
This drug is sticky ether COM
pound, but dries at once and simply
shrivels up the corn without inflam-
ing or even irritating the surround
ing tissue.
1t is claimed that a quarter of an
ounce of freezone obtained at any
drug store will cost very little but is
sufficient to remove every hard or
soft corn or callus from ones feet.
Cut this out, especially If you are a
woman reader who wears high heels.
ADV
The Washington herald., 1917-01-23
ASK MEXICO FOR FACTS
IN ARREST Of BISHOPS
Fear Is Felt that Trials May End in
Executions.

Investigation of every circumstance
surrognding the arrest Of the Archbishop
Of Guadelajara and the Bishop OF Zacatev
cas-, Mexico, has been ordered by the
State Department through its diplomatic
agents at the Mexican Capital 1t Is
charged by leading Catholics that the
two prelates have been arrested by Car
ranzista officers and that their trias
may result In their execution.
Yesterday developments at the War De-
partment tended to show that plans for
the Pershing withdrawal were already
under way Another military unit. this
time two batteries Of Alabama artillery,
were ordered home. and advices received
yestsrday are that Gen. Pershing already
has bsgun the, shortening Of his lines
The tnfantry has been massed well to
the nerthward of his permanent head
quarters site with the cavalry and neld
artillery protecting the camp from at
tack II -
Thsre EXISTS a new feeling Of security
for the American Mormon colonies in
Northern Chihuahua owing to the grow
ing desire Of villa and his followers for
recognition as beTliserents. 1t was said
yesterday that this desire on the part Of
the viliistas VIII restrain maleyolent 40
ttvities SO
The Washington herald., 1917-01-23
NEW SALONIKI DRIVE
PLANNERRY ALLIES
Great Concentrating Movement Is =
ported by Sailors Reaching Norfolk.

The allies are carrying forward a tre-
mendous concentrating movement at
Saloniki, preparatory to a spirited often
sive thrown against the German Bulgar-
ian-Turkish line to break the commune
cation between Constantinople and the
central powers territory. according to
news brought to Norfolk by horse and
mule boats.
The allied drive will begin in March
and its commanders will attempt TO drive
wedge into the central powers line and
throw the bulk of the Germanic forces
backward to the north and west. The
drive will be met by a Russian offensive
The plan is to unite these two allied
forces, thus placing Constantinople at
the mercy Of the English and French and
clearing the way for the Russians to
come down to the Mediterranean.
Once the way is open. thousands of
Russian troops will be brought down
through Saloniki and transported to re-
enforce the western front. where the
Kaiser is expected to drive hardest in the
next six months
The allied drive up from Saloniki also
Is designed to release the vast stores Of
Russian wheat and bring down food
prices TO the allied armies in the west.